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NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Bill to push back mandatory retirement age for judges moves through senate

A constitutional amendment to raise judges' mandatory retirement age from 70 to 76 is progressing in New York.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Bill to push back mandatory retirement age for judges moves through senate

A constitutional amendment to raise judges' mandatory retirement age from 70 to 76 is progressing in New York.
#john-roberts
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Chief Justice Recalls Time He Was Mistaken for Former Speaker: I Had To Spend the Whole Evening Pretending To Be John Boehner'

fromFortune
6 days ago
US politics

Chief Justice Roberts warns against elected officials' heated political words about judges

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Chief Justice Recalls Time He Was Mistaken for Former Speaker: I Had To Spend the Whole Evening Pretending To Be John Boehner'

fromFortune
6 days ago
US politics

Chief Justice Roberts warns against elected officials' heated political words about judges

#supreme-court
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month 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
fromIntelligencer
2 months 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 month 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
1 month 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
fromIntelligencer
2 months 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 month 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.
#law
fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY lawmakers want more judges on the bench to expedite cases. Why are judges opposed?

fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY lawmakers want more judges on the bench to expedite cases. Why are judges opposed?

#violence
#democracy
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
2 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months 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.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
2 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months 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.
#immigration
US politics
fromeuronews
2 months 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 news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months 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
2 months 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 month 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
2 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

He was fired under Biden. Under Trump, he's now leading an immigration court

Matthew O'Brien, a controversial immigration judge, has been rehired and promoted, raising questions about judicial neutrality in immigration cases.
US politics
fromeuronews
2 months 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 news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months 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
2 months 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 month 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
2 months 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.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

He was fired under Biden. Under Trump, he's now leading an immigration court

Matthew O'Brien, a controversial immigration judge, has been rehired and promoted, raising questions about judicial neutrality in immigration cases.
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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 news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months 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 politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Pam Bondi Curtails American Bar Association's Role in Vetting Trump's Judicial Nominees

The DOJ is limiting the ABA's ability to rate federal judicial candidates.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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 news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months 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 politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Pam Bondi Curtails American Bar Association's Role in Vetting Trump's Judicial Nominees

The DOJ is limiting the ABA's ability to rate federal judicial candidates.
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Retired California justice faces disciplinary charges for allegedly taking too long to decide cases

Murray engaged in a neglect of duty and a pattern of chronic delay, failing to decide or dismiss 355 cases promptly within a year of assignment.
Law
#representation
Social justice
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

A First, not a last: Brooklyn judge marks milestone in Asian American representation

Judge Rena Malik's election marks the beginning of increased Asian representation in Brooklyn's judiciary, emphasizing resilience and future leadership.
Social justice
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

A First, not a last: Brooklyn judge marks milestone in Asian American representation

Judge Rena Malik's election marks the beginning of increased Asian representation in Brooklyn's judiciary, emphasizing resilience and future leadership.
#politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Moderate Medicaid Republicans, Fiscal Hawks, and now, Elon Musk

Elon Musk's involvement signals shifting alliances in Republican politics, especially regarding the Big Beautiful Bill.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Enraged at Judicial Setbacks From His Own Nominees, Trump Is Pushing Extremists

Trump aims to appoint unqualified MAGA loyalists to the courts to further his authoritarian agenda.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month 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
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Moderate Medicaid Republicans, Fiscal Hawks, and now, Elon Musk

Elon Musk's involvement signals shifting alliances in Republican politics, especially regarding the Big Beautiful Bill.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Enraged at Judicial Setbacks From His Own Nominees, Trump Is Pushing Extremists

Trump aims to appoint unqualified MAGA loyalists to the courts to further his authoritarian agenda.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month 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.
#trump
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Trump campaign against law firms dealt another setback as judge blocks executive order

Federal judge blocks Trump's executive order targeting law firms, affirming constitutional rights and independent judiciary.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Trump campaign against law firms dealt another setback as judge blocks executive order

Federal judge blocks Trump's executive order targeting law firms, affirming constitutional rights and independent judiciary.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Top problem-solving Judge Debra Young is fine-tuning the courts' restorative practices | amNewYork

Judge Debra Young's journey underscores how personal experience shapes her empathetic approach within the criminal justice system.
Humor
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

Brazilian comedian sentenced to 8 years in prison for 'bigoted' jokes

Comedian Leo Lins faces prison for racist and discriminatory jokes, raising questions about freedom of expression and its limits in Brazil.
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Boycotting law clerks to pressure schools might 'cross an important line,' 8th Circuit chief judge says

The chief judge emphasized that while the boycott raises ethical questions, holding Traynor accountable would be unfair given he had no prior notice of potential issues.
Law
#crime
fromNew York Post
2 months 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
2 months ago
Canada news

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

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Slovakia's PM slams judge over conviction of central bank boss

The judge's decision raises the question whether it should have served the political aims of the opposition to damage the ruling parties. I cannot shake off the feeling that it is justified to look at potential suspicion that the judge committed multiple criminal acts.
UK politics
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month 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 month ago
US politics

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

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

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

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month 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 month ago
US politics

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

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

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

fromNew York Post
1 month 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
#diversity
#political-dissent
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
France politics

Former Tunisian PM handed 34-year sentence, rejects terrorism' charges

The trial of former Prime Minister Ali Larayedh is viewed by the opposition as a politically motivated act to suppress dissent.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

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

"Throughout his career, Jones received numerous accolades, including the BBA's Judicial Excellence Award and Special Appreciation Award, showcasing his lasting impact on the judiciary."
Brooklyn
#suspension
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 month 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.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months 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
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Who Is Hannah Dugan, the Wisconsin Judge Arrested in Immigration Dispute?

Judge Hannah C. Dugan was arrested for allegedly obstructing immigration enforcement by evading federal agents.
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