As Trump Trial Nears Its End, the Law May Give Prosecutors an Edge
The evidence against Trump in the criminal trial is mounting, with a focus on witness testimonies, recordings, and documents, although challenges to witness credibility exist. [ more ]
Giuliani Is Suspended by WABC, and His Radio Show Is Canceled
Rudolph Giuliani's radio show on WABC was suspended and canceled due to his refusal to comply with station policy on discussing discredited election claims. [ more ]
Donald Trump leads Joe Biden in five key battleground states, new polls show
Donald Trump leads Biden in crucial battleground states. Trump faces legal challenges. Biden maintains a narrow lead in Wisconsin. Contradictory poll results highlight ongoing uncertainties in the political landscape. [ more ]
US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea DW 04/25/2024
Trump seeks immunity from criminal prosecution for actions during his presidency, a decision with significant implications for his potential third presidential run. [ more ]
Kari Lake drives her Senate campaign further into the ground with more chaos & courtroom embarrassments
Kari Lake's legal challenges related to her gubernatorial defeat continue to result in losses, with the Supreme Court dismissing her lawsuit against electronic voting machines. [ more ]
Supreme Court gives skeptical eye to key statute used to prosecute Jan. 6 rioters
The U.S. Supreme Court appeared divided on Tuesday, with conservatives expressing skepticism about the statute used to prosecute Jan. 6 riot participants. [ more ]
The House Votes for Possible TikTok Ban in the U.S. Here's What That Means
House passed legislation to ban TikTok in the U.S. if not sold within a year, but the app may not disappear soon due to potential legal challenges. [ more ]
Live Updates: Trump's Criminal Trial to Resume With More Jury Selection
A convicted individual may run for president in the U.S., facing unique legal challenges and no formal restrictions, potentially setting uncharted legal precedents. [ more ]
Homeless NYC migrant who 'swiped' historic FDNY boat freed without bail - immediately strikes again: sources
Homeless migrant Juan Hernandez, known as 'Boat Boy,' released without bail after boat thefts, attempts to board another ship, posing challenges for authorities. [ more ]
Opinion | The Persistent Threat to Abortion Rights
The Supreme Court is hearing a major challenge to abortion rights on limiting access to mifepristone, with potential implications for reproductive freedom in America.
Despite potential setbacks in the Supreme Court, anti-abortion forces are focused on long-term strategies, highlighting the ongoing battle over reproductive rights. [ more ]
OpenAI's legal battles are not putting off customers-yet
OpenAI facing legal challenges from multiple fronts due to profit-making activities and alleged breach of contract with investors like Elon Musk. [ more ]
Waymo driverless rides to reach seven new Bay Area cities
Waymo is expanding driverless ride-hailing services to new Bay Area cities, facing legal challenges and growing skepticism post-Cruise incident. [ more ]
Legal roadblocks: Liability issues in motorcycle and car crash cases
Legal complexities in motorcycle and car crash cases can present formidable roadblocks to justice, requiring a thorough investigation to determine liability. [ more ]
Ghana Supreme Court suspends televised hearing on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
The Supreme Court of Ghana televised hearings on challenges to the anti-LGBTQ+ law, facing accusations of unconstitutionality and improper passing procedures. [ more ]
Germany: European Court of Justice ruling on EncroChat could lead to new legal challenges | Computer Weekly
A CJEU ruling may provoke legal challenges over evidence from EncroChat, emphasizing the necessity of formal notification between EU member states for intercepted communications. [ more ]
Tile owner Life360 picks satellites over partnering with Apple or Google
Tile is partnering with Hubble Network to offer satellite connectivity for its Bluetooth trackers, expanding its capabilities against competitors like Apple and Google. [ more ]
Supreme Court temporarily revives Idaho law banning gender affirming care for minors
The U.S. Supreme Court granted Idaho's emergency request to enforce a law banning gender-affirming care for minors, setting a precedent for future legal challenges. [ more ]
The Morning Risk Report: Business Groups Race to Block FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements
The FTC issued a rule prohibiting noncompete agreements, facing legal challenges from business groups and sparking debates on their anticompetitive nature. [ more ]
The Rwanda bill explained: What is the controversial policy and what happens next?
The UK's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was deemed unlawful by the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court due to concerns about the safety of refugees. [ more ]
Seven organizations the far right is targeting for diversity efforts post-affirmative action
The ban on affirmative action in college admissions has given momentum to far-right conservative activists targeting diversity programs in public and private organizations. [ more ]
Putting Abortion Question to Florida Voters is Unlikely to End Court Fights
Abortion-rights supporters in Florida celebrate the potential approval of a state constitutional amendment for abortion rights expansion.
The Florida Supreme Court's ruling opens the possibility for anti-abortion groups to challenge the expansion by advocating for fetal personhood. [ more ]
Texas Senate Bill 4: What you need to know about the SB4 anti-immigration' law
Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4) allows state officials in Texas to arrest and deport migrants, but faces objections from the Biden administration due to federal authority on immigration enforcement.
SB4 includes provisions criminalizing illegal entry, allowing arbitrary detention of suspected illegal immigrants, and granting authority to deport individuals to Mexico under certain conditions, among other measures. [ more ]