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Is it against the law for Trump to use the military to deport illegal migrants? Maybe not

The Posse Comitatus Act may not prevent military involvement in deportations, challenging conventional interpretations of its application.
#second-amendment

Supreme Court Rejects Trump-Era Ban on Gun Bump Stocks

The Supreme Court struck down the ban on bump stocks, ruling the Trump administration overstepped its authority, hindering efforts to tackle gun violence.

Trump Judge Rules Guns Are Sort Of Like Airbags. Nice, Murderous Airbags.

Republican judges often dismiss crucial gun regulations, misinterpreting the Second Amendment, despite evident societal risks involved in widespread weapon ownership.

The Second Amendment, as Applied - emptywheel

The Second Amendment applies to modern firearms, influencing legal interpretations and the dismissal of gun possession charges.

Supreme Court Rejects Trump-Era Ban on Gun Bump Stocks

The Supreme Court struck down the ban on bump stocks, ruling the Trump administration overstepped its authority, hindering efforts to tackle gun violence.

Trump Judge Rules Guns Are Sort Of Like Airbags. Nice, Murderous Airbags.

Republican judges often dismiss crucial gun regulations, misinterpreting the Second Amendment, despite evident societal risks involved in widespread weapon ownership.

The Second Amendment, as Applied - emptywheel

The Second Amendment applies to modern firearms, influencing legal interpretations and the dismissal of gun possession charges.
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#abortion-rights

Wisconsin supreme court seems hostile to 1849 abortion ban in oral arguments

Wisconsin Supreme Court may find 1849 abortion ban unenforceable amid changing judicial landscape and ongoing legal contests.

What a Georgia Judge's Decision to Strike Down Six-Week Abortion Ban Means

A Georgia judge's ruling against the six-week abortion ban highlights increasing judicial support for reproductive rights and may indicate broader changes nationwide.

Wisconsin supreme court seems hostile to 1849 abortion ban in oral arguments

Wisconsin Supreme Court may find 1849 abortion ban unenforceable amid changing judicial landscape and ongoing legal contests.

What a Georgia Judge's Decision to Strike Down Six-Week Abortion Ban Means

A Georgia judge's ruling against the six-week abortion ban highlights increasing judicial support for reproductive rights and may indicate broader changes nationwide.
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Shooting from the Hip: The CAFC'S Sua Sponte Interpretation of ETSI's IPR Licensing Declaration

The CAFC ruling emphasizes the necessity of good faith negotiations under ETSI licensing prior to injunctions.
#supreme-court

Overturning Chevron May Prove Pyrrhic

The Supreme Court's most significant decision was overruling Chevron deference, reducing power given to administrative agencies and restoring balance in legal interpretations.

FCC and the broadband industry argue net neutrality's future

The Supreme Court's recent decisions complicate the FCC's authority to enforce net neutrality, making its future uncertain.

Feldman: The Supreme Court ghost gun arguments were cringeworthy

Ghost guns should be classified as firearms under federal law to enhance public safety.

A Writer Sees Leniency in the Supreme Court's Approach to Public Corruption

The Supreme Court's recent rulings suggest a leniency towards politicians involved in public corruption, emphasizing a narrow interpretation of federal law.

Supreme Court unanimously rules to keep Trump on Colorado ballot

The five conservative justices took an expansive approach in their ruling on Section 3 of the case involving Donald Trump's ballot access. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, Barrett, and Jackson chose not to address those key questions.

How The Newest Supreme Court Justices Compare: A Look At Each Of Their Respective First Two Years On The Court

Recent Supreme Court appointments have significant implications for legal interpretations and civil liberties, highlighting a division between conservative and progressive ideologies.

Overturning Chevron May Prove Pyrrhic

The Supreme Court's most significant decision was overruling Chevron deference, reducing power given to administrative agencies and restoring balance in legal interpretations.

FCC and the broadband industry argue net neutrality's future

The Supreme Court's recent decisions complicate the FCC's authority to enforce net neutrality, making its future uncertain.

Feldman: The Supreme Court ghost gun arguments were cringeworthy

Ghost guns should be classified as firearms under federal law to enhance public safety.

A Writer Sees Leniency in the Supreme Court's Approach to Public Corruption

The Supreme Court's recent rulings suggest a leniency towards politicians involved in public corruption, emphasizing a narrow interpretation of federal law.

Supreme Court unanimously rules to keep Trump on Colorado ballot

The five conservative justices took an expansive approach in their ruling on Section 3 of the case involving Donald Trump's ballot access. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, Barrett, and Jackson chose not to address those key questions.

How The Newest Supreme Court Justices Compare: A Look At Each Of Their Respective First Two Years On The Court

Recent Supreme Court appointments have significant implications for legal interpretations and civil liberties, highlighting a division between conservative and progressive ideologies.
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#patent-law

True Respect for Textualism Requires Patent Eligibility Reform

The discussion on patent eligibility highlights the tension between textualism and judicial activism, particularly in how courts interpret patent laws.

To 'Obtain' or Not to 'Obtain'? That is Still the Question

The Federal Circuit applies inconsistent interpretations of 'obtain' in patent and trademark contexts, leading to confusion regarding legal standards.

True Respect for Textualism Requires Patent Eligibility Reform

The discussion on patent eligibility highlights the tension between textualism and judicial activism, particularly in how courts interpret patent laws.

To 'Obtain' or Not to 'Obtain'? That is Still the Question

The Federal Circuit applies inconsistent interpretations of 'obtain' in patent and trademark contexts, leading to confusion regarding legal standards.
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Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent's Busted Textualism

Ohio's Supreme Court races feature significant competition that could change the court's philosophical balance, highlighted by the case of 'boneless wings'.
#lawsuit

Does signing up for Disney+ waive your right to sue the entertainment company ever? | CBC News

Disney argues signing up for Disney+ waives rights to sue, but the family's lawyer contests that such a clause is unreasonable and overreaching.

Hochul To Congestion Pricing Supporters: You Can't Sue Me For Something I Haven't 'Done' - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul's 'pause' on congestion pricing cannot be legally challenged as it is not considered a final decision by her lawyers.

Does signing up for Disney+ waive your right to sue the entertainment company ever? | CBC News

Disney argues signing up for Disney+ waives rights to sue, but the family's lawyer contests that such a clause is unreasonable and overreaching.

Hochul To Congestion Pricing Supporters: You Can't Sue Me For Something I Haven't 'Done' - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul's 'pause' on congestion pricing cannot be legally challenged as it is not considered a final decision by her lawyers.
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From the river to the sea': six words that are testing freedom of speech in Germany | Peter Kuras

The legality of the phrase "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" hinges on intent, particularly regarding support for Hamas.

What is an 'official' act, and how will a judge interpret Trump's immunity?

The Supreme Court has ruled on presidential immunity in Trump's case, distinguishing official acts from private conduct for potential prosecution.
#supreme-court-ruling

Supreme Court rules in favor of Jan. 6 defendant in dispute over obstruction charge

The Supreme Court ruled against applying a felony obstruction charge to a former police officer in the U.S. Capitol attack case.

American Environmentalism Just Got Shoved Into Legal Purgatory

The Supreme Court's decision to overrule the Chevron doctrine may impact environmental progress negatively.

Supreme Court rules in favor of Jan. 6 defendant in dispute over obstruction charge

The Supreme Court ruled against applying a felony obstruction charge to a former police officer in the U.S. Capitol attack case.

American Environmentalism Just Got Shoved Into Legal Purgatory

The Supreme Court's decision to overrule the Chevron doctrine may impact environmental progress negatively.
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Supreme Court Says Laws Criminalizing Homeless Camping Do Not Violate Constitution | KQED

Attorneys emphasized that camping bans create obstacles for the unhoused to access services, housing, and employment.
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