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Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia's Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts)

Justice Scalia epitomized an unethical relationship with wealthy benefactors, regularly accepting luxury gifts and failing to disclose them, violating federal ethical standards.

An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics

Democrats report alleged ethical violations by Supreme Court justices, especially focusing on Justice Clarence Thomas and his acceptance of extravagant gifts.

Senate Held A Nixon-Inspired Hearing Specifically About Trump's Immunity Claim

The Senate Judiciary Committee discussed a Supreme Court ruling allowing broader presidential immunity for illegal actions while in office.

Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia's Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts)

Justice Scalia epitomized an unethical relationship with wealthy benefactors, regularly accepting luxury gifts and failing to disclose them, violating federal ethical standards.

An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics

Democrats report alleged ethical violations by Supreme Court justices, especially focusing on Justice Clarence Thomas and his acceptance of extravagant gifts.

Senate Held A Nixon-Inspired Hearing Specifically About Trump's Immunity Claim

The Senate Judiciary Committee discussed a Supreme Court ruling allowing broader presidential immunity for illegal actions while in office.
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Senate Democrats seek probe into DOJ investigation of Trump and Egypt

Senate Democrats request investigation into potential obstruction by Trump appointees regarding a $10 million campaign contribution from Egypt.

Democrats Ask That Trump Cabinet Picks Produce Communications With Epshteyn

Senate Democrats are investigating potential corruption in Trump's cabinet selection process by requesting communications with his legal adviser.

Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel locks down Senate support as Wray prepares to quit

Kash Patel is poised for confirmation as FBI director with strong Republican support and strategic groundwork despite potential skepticism from a few senators.

Hugh Hewitt Speculates Trump May Actually Be Trying to Get Rid of Irresponsible and Erratic' Matt Gaetz: Playing 4-D Chess'

Hugh Hewitt criticized Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general due to concerns over his irresponsibility and high-stakes scrutiny from the Senate.

Senate Democrats seek probe into DOJ investigation of Trump and Egypt

Senate Democrats request investigation into potential obstruction by Trump appointees regarding a $10 million campaign contribution from Egypt.

Democrats Ask That Trump Cabinet Picks Produce Communications With Epshteyn

Senate Democrats are investigating potential corruption in Trump's cabinet selection process by requesting communications with his legal adviser.

Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel locks down Senate support as Wray prepares to quit

Kash Patel is poised for confirmation as FBI director with strong Republican support and strategic groundwork despite potential skepticism from a few senators.

Hugh Hewitt Speculates Trump May Actually Be Trying to Get Rid of Irresponsible and Erratic' Matt Gaetz: Playing 4-D Chess'

Hugh Hewitt criticized Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general due to concerns over his irresponsibility and high-stakes scrutiny from the Senate.
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Durbin Urges Settlement for Accused 9/11 Plotters

Senator Durbin urges support for a settlement for 9/11 mastermind to provide closure for affected families, amid ongoing trial delays.

The Latest Appellate Court Judge Nominee Waiting On A Vote

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a nominee for the Fourth Circuit along party lines.
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Dick Durbin Demands Matt Gaetz House Ethics Report Be Made Available for Senate AG Confirmation Hearings

Sen. Durbin demands preservation of the ethics report on Gaetz following his nomination as Attorney General by Trump.

Absolutely': GOP Senator John Cornyn Wants House Ethics Committee to Release Matt Gaetz Report

Sen. Cornyn calls for thorough vetting of Matt Gaetz amid serious allegations and potential impact on his candidacy for Attorney General.

Dick Durbin Demands Matt Gaetz House Ethics Report Be Made Available for Senate AG Confirmation Hearings

Sen. Durbin demands preservation of the ethics report on Gaetz following his nomination as Attorney General by Trump.

Absolutely': GOP Senator John Cornyn Wants House Ethics Committee to Release Matt Gaetz Report

Sen. Cornyn calls for thorough vetting of Matt Gaetz amid serious allegations and potential impact on his candidacy for Attorney General.
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The Oldest Member Of Congress Is Facing Calls To Resign, But Has Agreed To Step Back From An Influential Committee

Sen. Dianne Feinstein temporarily steps down from a key Senate committee due to health issues, impacting judicial nominations amid Democratic majority challenges.

GOP Senator Draws Gasps for Shocking Attack on Muslim Witness: You Should Hide Your Head in a Bag'

Sen. Kennedy's aggressive questioning of Maya Berry underscores the intersection of politics and prejudice in current societal debates.

The Two-Pronged Attack on a Muslim Judicial Nominee

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing focused on nominees Berner and Mangi, with Mangi's potential historic appointment as the first Muslim federal appellate judge gaining attention.

ABA should consider impact of rape-disclosure questions on bar applications, 3 senators tell association

The ABA is urged to investigate the impact of rape-disclosure questions on bar applications by three senators.

Would-Be Federal Judges Are Flunking This Senator's Judicial 'Bar Exam'

Judicial nominees are expected to know the law well for lifetime positions
Sen. John Kennedy conducts 'pop quizzes' for judicial nominees

Big Tech Still Has a Big Addiction to China

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on online child safety also focused on TikTok's relationship with the Chinese government.
Executives at competing companies have not defended TikTok on the issue of China.
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Senator proposes new encryption provision in bill against online child exploitation

Sen. Dick Durbin has circulated an updated version of a bill targeting the circulation of child exploitation materials online.
The new draft removes the word 'reckless,' offering more legal protections for encrypted communications.

'A moment for the ages' as Mark Zuckerberg apologizes to families of abuse victims - Poynter

Mark Zuckerberg apologized to families of victims of abuse on Meta's apps during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
Lawmakers expressed frustration over Congress's slow progress on child online safety legislation.

Senator proposes new encryption provision in bill against online child exploitation

Sen. Dick Durbin has circulated an updated version of a bill targeting the circulation of child exploitation materials online.
The new draft removes the word 'reckless,' offering more legal protections for encrypted communications.

'A moment for the ages' as Mark Zuckerberg apologizes to families of abuse victims - Poynter

Mark Zuckerberg apologized to families of victims of abuse on Meta's apps during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
Lawmakers expressed frustration over Congress's slow progress on child online safety legislation.
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As Tech CEOs Are Grilled Over Child Safety Online, AI Is Complicating the Issue

CEOs of social media companies grilled by Senators on preventing online child sexual exploitation
Reports of child sexual abuse material reached a record high last year

Mark Zuckerberg says sorry to families at Senate hearing

Executives from top social media companies faced tough questioning from the US Senate Judiciary Committee regarding their handling of online child exploitation and abuse.
Both Republicans and Democrats criticized the social media CEOs for their failure to adequately address these issues.
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Child Safety Hearing: Tech Chiefs From Meta, TikTok and Others to Testify on Child Safety Online

Senate committee will question tech CEOs on online dangers faced by children
Focus on child sexual abuse material and platforms' responsibility for protecting young people

Meta, TikTok, and other tech companies go to Congress: all the news

The Senate Judiciary Committee has summoned five tech CEOs to testify on the topic of online child sexual exploitation.
The proposed legislative solutions, including the Kids Online Safety Act, are controversial and could potentially infringe on constitutionally protected speech.

Child Safety Hearing: Tech Chiefs From Meta, TikTok and Others to Testify on Child Safety Online

Senate committee will question tech CEOs on online dangers faced by children
Focus on child sexual abuse material and platforms' responsibility for protecting young people

Meta, TikTok, and other tech companies go to Congress: all the news

The Senate Judiciary Committee has summoned five tech CEOs to testify on the topic of online child sexual exploitation.
The proposed legislative solutions, including the Kids Online Safety Act, are controversial and could potentially infringe on constitutionally protected speech.
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JUST IN: Senate Democrats Request Special Counsel to Investigate Clarence Thomas Gifts

Senators have requested Attorney General to appoint a special counsel to investigate Justice Clarence Thomas for potential ethics, false statements, and tax law violations.

Clarence Thomas Took EVEN MORE Free Trips On Private Planes That He's Still Not Disclosed!

Clarence Thomas received around $6 million in gifts, with the majority from one donor, and failed to disclose additional free trips on a private plane, raising concerns about ethical violations.

Witness Tells Off Republican Senator in Hearing on Abortion: Don't Ask a Question If You Don't Want to Know the Answer'

The witness's response highlighted the rarity of late-term abortions and the severe medical circumstances involved.
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