#rule-of-law
#rule-of-law

US politics

He's Sued Trump 39 Times-And Keeps Winning

US politics

Opinion: Why America Risks Becoming A 'Presidential Dictatorship'

US politics

He's Sued Trump 39 Times-And Keeps Winning

US politics

Opinion: Why America Risks Becoming A 'Presidential Dictatorship'

more#authoritarianism

#donald-trump

US politics

Trump serious about pursuing a third term, Gavin Newsom warns

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We Can Defeat Trump's Lawlessness. We've Done It Before.

US politics

Trump serious about pursuing a third term, Gavin Newsom warns

Privacy professionals

We Can Defeat Trump's Lawlessness. We've Done It Before.

more#donald-trump

Final arguments conclude in Jimmy Lai national security trial

Final arguments have concluded in the national security trial of the pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong. Government-picked judges are retiring to consider their verdict in the case, seen internationally as a crucial test of the rule of law in the city. Lai, 77, has been in prison since 2020, when he was charged with two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and one count of conspiracy to publish seditious material.

World news

fromThe New Yorker

2 weeks ago

A Tale of Two Jurists in the Trump Era

"undermined the integrity of the judiciary, and we will not stand for that,"

US politics

How Trump is contorting Department of Justice into his personal weapon'

The Department of Justice is increasingly viewed as a personal weapon for Donald Trump to target his political adversaries.

#legal-profession

fromABA Journal

Law

This Is the Moment

Startup companies

General Counsel 'No Longer Trust' Biglaw - Above the Law

fromABA Journal

Law

This Is the Moment

Startup companies

General Counsel 'No Longer Trust' Biglaw - Above the Law

more#legal-profession

#supreme-court

fromwww.mercurynews.com

US politics

Feldman: The Supreme Court's silent opinions undermine its legitimacy

US politics

A Supreme Court Justice Wrote the Greatest "No Kings" Essay in History

US politics

The Inscrutable Supreme Court

US politics

Supreme Court Rules Some Americans Have a Constitutional Right to Insist on Theocracy

The Supreme Court's Inconsistency Is Very Revealing

Neutrality in the rule of law is essential but currently undermined by recent Supreme Court decisions.

The Trump Administration Wants to Pursue Its Lawless Agenda Unchecked

The Supreme Court's considerations may redefine the limits of federal judges' authority over nationwide injunctions.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

US politics

Feldman: The Supreme Court's silent opinions undermine its legitimacy

US politics

A Supreme Court Justice Wrote the Greatest "No Kings" Essay in History

US politics

The Inscrutable Supreme Court

US politics

Supreme Court Rules Some Americans Have a Constitutional Right to Insist on Theocracy

The Supreme Court's Inconsistency Is Very Revealing

Neutrality in the rule of law is essential but currently undermined by recent Supreme Court decisions.

The Trump Administration Wants to Pursue Its Lawless Agenda Unchecked

The Supreme Court's considerations may redefine the limits of federal judges' authority over nationwide injunctions.

William Neukom, former ABA president with influence 'from boardrooms to ballparks to courtrooms,' dies at 83

William H. Neukom, influential ABA president, dies at 83 leaving a legacy in law, sports, and justice advocacy.

#trump-administration

US politics

The supreme court is cracking down on judges and letting Trump run wild | Steven Greenhouse

fromThe New Yorker

US politics

Trump, Congress, and the War Powers Resolution

Black Lives Matter

Kirkland Axes A Bunch Of DEI Staff, Because Of Course - Above the Law

US politics

Pam Bondi turning DoJ into Trump's personal law firm', top experts warn

fromwww.amny.com

Social justice

Hundreds of lawyers converge on Foley Square in break-the-glass' moment for the rule of law in second Trump era | amNewYork

US politics

Trump Sets His Sights On International Lawyers - See Also - Above the Law

US politics

The supreme court is cracking down on judges and letting Trump run wild | Steven Greenhouse

fromThe New Yorker

US politics

Trump, Congress, and the War Powers Resolution

Black Lives Matter

Kirkland Axes A Bunch Of DEI Staff, Because Of Course - Above the Law

Pam Bondi turning DoJ into Trump's personal law firm', top experts warn

The Department of Justice under Trump and Bondi has shifted towards politicization, prioritizing loyalty and personal agendas over impartial law enforcement.

fromwww.amny.com

Social justice

Hundreds of lawyers converge on Foley Square in break-the-glass' moment for the rule of law in second Trump era | amNewYork

more#trump-administration

US politics

Trump Sets His Sights On International Lawyers - See Also - Above the Law

#department-of-justice

US politics

DoJ leader suggested defying courts over deportations, whistleblower says

The Destruction of the Department of Justice

Trump's actions threaten the foundation of the rule of law by compromising the Department of Justice's independence.

US politics

DoJ leader suggested defying courts over deportations, whistleblower says

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The Destruction of the Department of Justice

Trump's actions threaten the foundation of the rule of law by compromising the Department of Justice's independence.

fromBoston.com

Obama, back in public eye, offers a careful warning of a Democratic slide

If you follow regularly what is said by those who are in charge of the federal government right now, there is a weak commitment to what we understood...how a liberal democracy is supposed to work.

US politics

Is this the end of the rule of law in America?

President Trump's use of military force in protests raises critical concerns about the rule of law in America.

Florida Supreme Court Demands State Bar Stop Working With ABA Because... LOL, Screw This 'Rule Of Law' Stuff - Above the Law

The Florida Bar must sever ties with the ABA without formal proceedings, reflecting political influence over legal standards.

New York City

fromBrooklyn Eagle

'No Kings Day' rallies planned across NYC and nationwide on Saturday

Nationwide 'No Kings Day' rallies are planned against perceived authoritarianism and corruption.

Former Judges Blast State Bar Association For Cowering From Trump - Above the Law

Bar associations are responding to political assaults on the rule of law and feel compelled to take a stand against partisanship.

The Wisconsin State Bar's leadership opted for silence on federal actions, disappointing many of its members.

#dc-bar-association

US news

Pam Bondi's brother overwhelmingly defeated in heated race to lead the D.C. Bar

US news

Race to lead D.C. lawyers' association grows heated amid attacks on law firms

US news

Pam Bondi's brother overwhelmingly defeated in heated race to lead the D.C. Bar

US news

Race to lead D.C. lawyers' association grows heated amid attacks on law firms

more#dc-bar-association

fromwww.amny.com

U.S. Sen. Schiff pushes legal strategy against Trump at NYSTLA ceremony | amNewYork

Trial lawyers and judges are critical in defending against attacks on the rule of law during Trump's presidency.

The Unconstitutional Conservatives

Republicans have shifted away from 'constitutional conservatism,' which emphasized rule of law and limited government.

US Elections

A Victory for Separation of Powers

The court's ruling against Trump's tariffs reinforces the constitutional principle of separation of powers.

US news

The Wall Street Journal Takes a Victory Lap Over Destructive' Trump and His Illegal' Tariffs

The U.S. Court ruled Trump’s tariffs illegal, emphasizing the rule of law over executive power.

World news

fromPoynter

Brazilian jurists Alexandre de Moraes, Carmen Lucia join experts on fact-checking and democracy as speakers at GlobalFact 12 - Poynter

Key Brazilian legal figures will discuss disinformation's impact on rule of law at the GlobalFact 12 summit in Rio de Janeiro.

fromemptywheel

Yarvin on Democracy, Leftism, and Julius Evola - emptywheel

Yarvin argues that the rule of law, not democracy, ensures peace and freedom in society.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Judges in Nicaragua now answer to police under Ortega and Murillo's rule

Nicaragua's government has undermined judicial independence, requiring police approval for court-ordered property seizures and evictions.

Morning Docket: 05.14.25 - Above the Law

The current legal landscape indicates an erosion of the rule of law, as influential figures exploit system weaknesses.

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

The Judiciary Should Be Independent From Political Pressure, Not From The Law - Above the Law

US politics

The Supreme Court Has No Army

fromwww.esquire.com

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

The Judiciary Should Be Independent From Political Pressure, Not From The Law - Above the Law

US politics

The Supreme Court Has No Army

more#judiciary

Trump administration mulling end to habeas corpus, legal right to challenge one's detention

The Trump administration is considering suspending habeas corpus, a move that raises serious concerns about rule of law and immigration rights.

#biglaw

US news

Skadden's Naivete On Display In 60 Minutes Piece - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

Associates At Kirkland And Latham Latest To Quit Biglaw Gigs Because Of Cowardly Deals With Trump - Above the Law

Law

Partner Lashes Out At His Biglaw Firm For Staying Silent In The Face Of Trump's Attacks On Lawyers - Above the Law

US news

Skadden's Naivete On Display In 60 Minutes Piece - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

Associates At Kirkland And Latham Latest To Quit Biglaw Gigs Because Of Cowardly Deals With Trump - Above the Law

Lawyers are resigning from big firms in protest against complicity with authoritarianism.

Resignations are a stand for the rule of law and democracy.

Law

Partner Lashes Out At His Biglaw Firm For Staying Silent In The Face Of Trump's Attacks On Lawyers - Above the Law

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Dragon Lawyer Busted, 1000s Of Lawyers Protest, Perkins Defeats EO & More - Above the Law

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Rachel Cohen, Former Skadden Associate, To Be Honored For Condemning Trump's Assault On The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Rachel Cohen bravely opposed Trumpâs threats to the rule of law, inspiring many young lawyers to stand up for ethical legal practices.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Dragon Lawyer Busted, 1000s Of Lawyers Protest, Perkins Defeats EO & More - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

Rachel Cohen, Former Skadden Associate, To Be Honored For Condemning Trump's Assault On The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Rachel Cohen bravely opposed Trumpâs threats to the rule of law, inspiring many young lawyers to stand up for ethical legal practices.

Groups Blast Border Czar's Arrest Threat Against Governor as "Gross Overreach"

Tom Homan's threat against Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is viewed as an attack on democracy and state autonomy by advocacy groups.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn's legal community stands up for judges and the Rule of Law

The Rule of Law is the cornerstone of a just and democratic society, with an independent judiciary essential to upholding the Rule of Law.

Brooklyn

NYC politics

fromwww.nytimes.com

In Suits and Ties, Lawyers Protest Trump's Attacks on the Legal System

Lawyers in NYC protested, emphasizing the importance of the rule of law and the threats posed by President Trump's actions to the legal system.

Over A Thousand Law Students Sign Amicus Brief Rallying Behind Susman Godfrey - Above the Law

Law students across the U.S. are actively supporting rule of law over compliance with potentially unconstitutional actions, signaling future implications for legal profession choices.

US news

fromwww.nytimes.com

In 2nd Term, Trump Pushes Bounds of Presidential Power, Testing Rule of Law

President Trump's recent actions represent an unprecedented expansion of executive power, challenging the foundational structures of American democracy.

The Crises of Due Process

The Trump administration's deportation and detention practices threaten due process and the rule of law in America.

US politics

The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media Figures

The Crises of Due Process

The Trump administration's deportation and detention practices threaten due process and the rule of law in America.

US politics

The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media Figures

more#due-process

Former Justice Breyer Thinks Marco Rubio And Pam Bondi Can Be Held In Criminal Contempt For Defying Court Orders - Above the Law

Breyer expressed optimism about holding the Trump administration accountable, suggesting that high-ranking officials could be held in criminal contempt for ignoring court orders.

Law

NYC LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Pete Buttigieg warns of 'dangerous moment' as Trump defies courts and threatens to disappear U.S. citizens

Buttigieg warns that Trump's actions threaten democracy and the rule of law, calling for public action against government defiance.

What the Courts Can Still Do to Constrain Trump

The central problem with the Supreme Court's ruling on Thursday night... is that it left a little bit of wiggle room. It did not actually mandate Abrego Garcia's return...

Law

fromIntelligencer

Trump Sees Defying Courts on Deportations As Good Politics

The Trump administrationâs prolonged non-compliance regarding Kilmar Abrego Garciaâs deportation raises serious concerns about undermining the rule of law in America.

US politics

philosophy

fromApaonline