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New York Fracking Ban Lawsuit Claims Government Overreach

Father and son allege state's fracking prohibitions violate their Fifth Amendment rights.

Pregnancy Help Groups Defend Right to Share Abortion Pill Reversal Information

Heartbeat International and pregnancy centers fight legal challenges in New York and California

Trump's Legal Money Machine Runs Dry as Lawyers Go Unpaid

Save America PAC and MAGA PAC struggle with mounting debts and dwindling cash reserves.

NY Judges Weigh Retroactive Application of Worker Injury Law

Court considers allowing challenges to pre-existing Workers' Compensation Board decisions under new law.

Swalwell Accused of Misusing Donor Funds for Hotel Stays Linked to Alleged Rapes

Campaign finance records show the former congressman charged hundreds of thousands in hotel expenses, including rooms where two women claim they were assaulted.

Boebert Breaks with GOP on Spy Law, Defends 4th Amendment

The Colorado congresswoman argues the government should not be able to purchase Americans' private data without a warrant.

Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Apologizes to Kavanaugh for 'Hurtful' Comments

Sotomayor's rare public apology highlights ongoing divisions within the nation's highest court.

House GOP Delays FISA Reauthorization Vote Amid Bipartisan Calls for Privacy Protections

Trump administration's 'unparalleled appetite for collecting and exploiting Americans' personal data' fuels growing demands for reform of controversial surveillance program.

Judge Mastando III Designated to Serve in 2nd Circuit Court

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has issued a designation order for Judge Mastando III.

Congress Debates Renewal of Foreign Surveillance Program

Trump urges extension as some lawmakers push for more US privacy protections

Justice Sotomayor Apologizes for Criticism of Justice Kavanaugh

The Supreme Court justice issued a rare public mea culpa for her personal comments about a colleague's views on an immigration case.

NY Developers Prevail in Wetlands Protection Challenge

Court ruling invalidates state laws that shielded over 1 million acres of wetlands

Attorneys General Urge FTC to Curb Deceptive Rental Fees

Coalition of 26 state AGs call on federal agency to address unfair practices by corporate landlords

NYC Stun Gun Ban Upheld on Appeal

Court rules city's prohibition on civilian possession of tasers and stun guns is constitutional.

Judge Dismisses Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit Over Epstein Story

The lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed without prejudice, allowing Trump to refile the complaint.

Congressman Eric Swalwell faces investigation after sexual assault allegations

Manhattan DA probes claims of misconduct by California Democrat

Prosecutors Investigating Assault Claims Against Rep. Swalwell

Allegations stem from alleged 2024 incident in New York City

Former Staffers Call for Swalwell to Quit Campaign and Resign

Allegations of sexual misconduct prompt demands for investigation and resignation.

States Sue Trump Administration Over Greenhouse Gas Ruling Repeal

A coalition of states and local governments challenge the federal government's decision to scrap a critical climate change policy.

Catholic Nuns Caring for Dying Patients Sue New York Over Gender Identity Rules

Rosary Hill Home faces fines, license revocation, and even jail time for refusing to comply with state's LGBTQ mandate

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