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fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Judge in Derek Chauvin case breaks silence, calls out 'defund police' crowd for complicating trial

Cahill noted the impact of toxic politics, stating that the Minneapolis City Council's comments and actions made the trial's environment even more challenging.
Black Lives Matter
#supreme-court
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter dies at 85

Former Justice David Souter, known for his unexpected liberal stance, passed away at 85, leaving a significant legacy on the Supreme Court.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump fights dozens of lefty judges - as cowardly Supreme Court dithers

Trump's Justice Department seeks Supreme Court intervention on national injunctions limiting presidential authority.
The administration argues that the increasing injunctions undermine the election results and Trump's policy agenda.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Trump's Second-Term Court-Packing Now Underway

The Trump administration's judicial nominations reflect a strategic effort to reshape the judiciary in alignment with MAGA ideology.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

Chief Justice John Roberts Speech at Georgetown Law Warns of Endangered Rule of Law

Rule of law is essential yet rare; criticisms should focus on decisions, not personal attacks to enhance judicial discourse.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter dies at 85

Former Justice David Souter, known for his unexpected liberal stance, passed away at 85, leaving a significant legacy on the Supreme Court.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump fights dozens of lefty judges - as cowardly Supreme Court dithers

Trump's Justice Department seeks Supreme Court intervention on national injunctions limiting presidential authority.
The administration argues that the increasing injunctions undermine the election results and Trump's policy agenda.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Trump's Second-Term Court-Packing Now Underway

The Trump administration's judicial nominations reflect a strategic effort to reshape the judiciary in alignment with MAGA ideology.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

Chief Justice John Roberts Speech at Georgetown Law Warns of Endangered Rule of Law

Rule of law is essential yet rare; criticisms should focus on decisions, not personal attacks to enhance judicial discourse.
more#supreme-court
#immigration
US politics
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

'Nothing will stop me': Trump celebrates 100 days in office

Trump emphasized immigration and attacked judges in his first 100 days of second term.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Democrats are proving their plan all along has been to keep illegal migrants here permanently

President Biden's policies have led to the influx of millions of illegal immigrants, causing legal and political conflicts regarding their status.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

What We Know About Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan's Arrest

Judge Hannah C. Dugan was arrested for obstructing justice in an immigration case, igniting protests and condemnation from Democratic leaders.
Social justice
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Civil Disobedience Is Necessary': NYT Writer Defends Judge's Illegal' Stand Against Predatory' FBI

David Brooks argues that the alleged actions of Judge Dugan, though illegal, could be seen as justified civil disobedience in the context of immigration.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 week ago

Federal grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge in immigration case, allowing charges to continue

A Wisconsin judge was indicted for allegedly helping a man avoid immigration authorities, highlighting tensions between local judges and federal immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Judiciary Pushback Against Trump's Agenda

Judiciary plays a crucial role in resisting Trump's immigration agenda amid significant pushback from federal judges.
more#immigration
#diversity
more#diversity
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Judge, prosecutor spar over plan to give lenient deal to L.A. deputy after conviction

The plea deal would allow Deputy Trevor Kirk to avoid prison time despite being convicted for excessive force against an unarmed woman.
Law
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Federal Judge Shuts Down Trump and DOGE Effort to Dismantle Agency: Gross Usurpation of Power'

Judicial rulings reinforce the balance of power among government branches, restricting unilateral executive actions.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
US politics

Federal Judges Ruling Against Trump Report Intimidation Campaign of Unsolicited Pizza Deliveries to Their Homes

fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
SF parents

California businesswoman granted clemency by Trump sent to prison again for new fraud scheme

Adriana Camberos, previously pardoned by Trump, received a new prison sentence for fraud, showcasing continued criminal behavior shortly after her release.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Why Is Trump Appointing Deranged Judges?' Ex-MSNBC Analyst Glenn Kirschner Rips Bondi Attacking Courts Ruling Against Trump

Glenn Kirschner highlights the absurdity in Pam Bondi's criticism of judges appointed by Republican presidents who ruled against Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Federal Judge Shuts Down Trump and DOGE Effort to Dismantle Agency: Gross Usurpation of Power'

Judicial rulings reinforce the balance of power among government branches, restricting unilateral executive actions.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
US politics

Federal Judges Ruling Against Trump Report Intimidation Campaign of Unsolicited Pizza Deliveries to Their Homes

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Why Is Trump Appointing Deranged Judges?' Ex-MSNBC Analyst Glenn Kirschner Rips Bondi Attacking Courts Ruling Against Trump

more#donald-trump
#political-dissent
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump effort to deport pro-Palestinian students suffers setbacks but the legal question still looms

The Trump administration's deportation efforts against international students over free speech have faced significant judicial pushback.
more#political-dissent
#justice
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Kentanji Brown Jackson Openly Denounces Trump's Attacks On Judges - Above the Law

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson stresses the importance of judicial resilience against threats to democracy.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Teen dating app attacker could be released without supervision, judge warns

Concerns raised about possible unsupervised release of a young offender who attempted murder.
Judge emphasizes the need for supervision of violent offenders.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Bar Association celebrates 'one of a kind,' the late Justice Theodore T. Jones at Annual Golf Event

Social justice
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Kentanji Brown Jackson Openly Denounces Trump's Attacks On Judges - Above the Law

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson stresses the importance of judicial resilience against threats to democracy.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Teen dating app attacker could be released without supervision, judge warns

Concerns raised about possible unsupervised release of a young offender who attempted murder.
Judge emphasizes the need for supervision of violent offenders.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Bar Association celebrates 'one of a kind,' the late Justice Theodore T. Jones at Annual Golf Event

more#justice
#legal-ethics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Former Judges Condemn Trump Administration's Arrest of Wisconsin Judge

Over 150 judges condemn actions of Trump administration against judiciary, viewing them as intimidation tactics.
Social justice
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Federal judge who sought female attorneys among class counsel has acknowledged sex-bias concerns, order says

Judge Rodgers recognized concerns regarding her push for female representation in legal leadership.
Following a complaint, Judge Rodgers adjusted her approach to leadership selection.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Former Judges Condemn Trump Administration's Arrest of Wisconsin Judge

Over 150 judges condemn actions of Trump administration against judiciary, viewing them as intimidation tactics.
Social justice
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Federal judge who sought female attorneys among class counsel has acknowledged sex-bias concerns, order says

Judge Rodgers recognized concerns regarding her push for female representation in legal leadership.
Following a complaint, Judge Rodgers adjusted her approach to leadership selection.
more#legal-ethics
#social-media
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Violent Threats Against US Judges Are Skyrocketing Online

Violent threats against US judges on social media have surged by 327% over the past year, as per GPAHE research.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Very Different Crime Filled LIFE!!!' Trump Slams Judges Hours After SCOTUS Justice Rebukes His Threats and Harassment'

Judicial attacks by Trump and allies threaten democracy, warns Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Violent Threats Against US Judges Are Skyrocketing Online

Violent threats against US judges on social media have surged by 327% over the past year, as per GPAHE research.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Very Different Crime Filled LIFE!!!' Trump Slams Judges Hours After SCOTUS Justice Rebukes His Threats and Harassment'

Judicial attacks by Trump and allies threaten democracy, warns Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
more#social-media
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lord Etherton obituary

Terence Etherton, the first openly gay senior judge in England, faced prejudiced attacks but was a pioneer for judicial independence and social justice.
NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Asian American judges have increased, but remain underrepresented in NY courts

AAPI Heritage Month highlights achievements in representation but underscores the ongoing need for greater Asian American visibility in New York's judiciary.
#politics
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Trump wants to rein in federal judges. One California Republican is already working on it

Trump is attacking federal judges and proposing limits on their injunction powers amid rising legal challenges to his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

GOP Senator Tells Kristen Welker Trump's Presidency Is Just What The Founders Intended

Sen. Curtis views President Trump's political tensions as a normal civics lesson rather than a crisis.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Why Trump Draws Attention to Federal Judges

The growing public focus on federal judges shifts the perception from law-based governance to personality-driven narratives.
Lower federal judges have suddenly gained public prominence amid political controversies, especially during Trump's presidency.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Trump wants to rein in federal judges. One California Republican is already working on it

Trump is attacking federal judges and proposing limits on their injunction powers amid rising legal challenges to his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

GOP Senator Tells Kristen Welker Trump's Presidency Is Just What The Founders Intended

Sen. Curtis views President Trump's political tensions as a normal civics lesson rather than a crisis.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Why Trump Draws Attention to Federal Judges

The growing public focus on federal judges shifts the perception from law-based governance to personality-driven narratives.
Lower federal judges have suddenly gained public prominence amid political controversies, especially during Trump's presidency.
more#politics
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump news at a glance: Rubio now holds four titles after Waltz out as national security chief

Marco Rubio's rise in Trump's cabinet highlights his influence despite past ridicule.
A federal judge ruled against using the Alien Enemies Act for deporting Venezuelan immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Chemerinsky: Trump aims to topple the courts, the republic's last line of defense

The Trump administration's actions represent a disturbing trend of undermining judicial independence and authority.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Startling,' Lawless,' Disturbing': Legal Experts Unanimously Sound the Alarm Over Trump in The Free Press

The legal community expresses grave concerns about the lawfulness of the Trump administration.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Ramps Up Effort to Intimidate Judges Amid Their Growing Pushback

Judges are actively defending constitutional norms against actions by the Trump administration and DOGE.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Law Day Demonstrations Highlight Lawyers' Growing Fears About Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Trump's proclamation aligns Law Day with 'Loyalty Day,' reflecting historical tensions and prompting backlash from legal communities.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

US judge blocks Trump's shutdown of government-funded radio broadcasts

A federal judge ordered Trump to halt the shutdown of Voice of America broadcasts, emphasizing their role in providing accurate news.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump news at a glance: Rubio now holds four titles after Waltz out as national security chief

Marco Rubio's rise in Trump's cabinet highlights his influence despite past ridicule.
A federal judge ruled against using the Alien Enemies Act for deporting Venezuelan immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Chemerinsky: Trump aims to topple the courts, the republic's last line of defense

The Trump administration's actions represent a disturbing trend of undermining judicial independence and authority.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Startling,' Lawless,' Disturbing': Legal Experts Unanimously Sound the Alarm Over Trump in The Free Press

The legal community expresses grave concerns about the lawfulness of the Trump administration.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Ramps Up Effort to Intimidate Judges Amid Their Growing Pushback

Judges are actively defending constitutional norms against actions by the Trump administration and DOGE.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Law Day Demonstrations Highlight Lawyers' Growing Fears About Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Trump's proclamation aligns Law Day with 'Loyalty Day,' reflecting historical tensions and prompting backlash from legal communities.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

US judge blocks Trump's shutdown of government-funded radio broadcasts

A federal judge ordered Trump to halt the shutdown of Voice of America broadcasts, emphasizing their role in providing accurate news.
more#trump-administration
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Law Day 2025 in Albany: The Constitution's promise - out of many, one

Our obligations include speaking out not only because it is our right but because it is our duty as proud Americans and New Yorkers.
NYC politics
#human-rights
more#human-rights
#trump
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

Democrats aim to block federal prosecutor nominations using Senate blue slip tradition amid concerns over Trump's Justice Department affiliations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

Democrats aim to block federal prosecutor nominations using Senate blue slip tradition amid concerns over Trump's Justice Department affiliations.
more#trump
#rule-of-law
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney general

Political attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney general

Political attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
more#rule-of-law
#crime
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Canada news

Video shows moment feds arrest ex-Judge Joel Cano and wife for allegedly sheltering illegal Tren de Aragua gang member

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Canada news

Video shows moment feds arrest ex-Judge Joel Cano and wife for allegedly sheltering illegal Tren de Aragua gang member

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fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson's Opinion Calls Out Trump's Defiance of Court Orders

Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson exemplifies the long conservative movement towards controlling the federal judiciary, with a career dating back to his Reagan-era appointment.
Right-wing politics
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Things Are Getting Dire in That State Judicial Race the GOP Is Trying to Steal

The North Carolina Court of Appeals ruling could disenfranchise many voters, impacting election integrity.
#marine-le-pen
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Judiciary must be protected, says Macron, as judge who sentenced Le Pen put under guard

Macron defends judicial independence after Le Pen's conviction and call for protection of judges following threats.
more#marine-le-pen
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

A federal judge is demanding a fix for L.A.'s broken homelessness system. Is receivership his next step?

Los Angeles officials are given a deadline to resolve homelessness issues before facing potential judicial intervention.
#criminal-justice
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#legislation
Law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

A Congressional Bill to Limit Court Power Through Injunctions Is a Bad, Transparent Effort to Limit Court Power

The House Judiciary Committee is considering a bill to limit nationwide injunctions, which EFF opposes as undermining judicial checks on executive actions.
Law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

A Congressional Bill to Limit Court Power Through Injunctions Is a Bad, Transparent Effort to Limit Court Power

The House Judiciary Committee is considering a bill to limit nationwide injunctions, which EFF opposes as undermining judicial checks on executive actions.
more#legislation
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | 90-year-old judge Frederic Block still on the bench - and hearing case of druglord who inspired 'Narcos'

Judge Frederic Block, 90, is presiding over the high-profile case of drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, while balancing it with a new comedy career.
#israel
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

A legal showdown looms in Israel as Netanyahu moves to oust top officials

Israel faces internal strife with mass protests against the government, threatening democracy amid ongoing war and political turmoil.
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

A legal showdown looms in Israel as Netanyahu moves to oust top officials

Israel faces internal strife with mass protests against the government, threatening democracy amid ongoing war and political turmoil.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Judges in Hungary fight for an independent judiciary DW 03/24/2025

"In Hungary, the independence of the judiciary has been abolished," said Adrienn Laczo, highlighting the alarming state of judicial independence in the country.
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