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Chief Justice William Howard Taft Takes Oath on July 11, 1921

On this day in Supreme Court history, William Howard Taft was sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court.

Jul 11, 2026, 12:42 PM Reason

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Supreme Court’s October 2025 Term Marked by Partisan Divides, Favoring Trump-Aligned Outcomes

The Supreme Court’s recent term displayed strong partisan splits, with most rulings favoring Republican appointees and former President Trump, though some decisions went against him temporarily.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 12:57 PM

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CNN Staffers View Paramount Merger as Inevitable Despite Legal Delays

Morale at CNN remains low amid ongoing leadership changes and a temporary restraining order delaying the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger that would place the network under David Ellison's control.

Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 11:18 AM

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Canberra Woman Avoids Jail After Fatal Crash That Killed Motorcyclist

Julie Elizabeth Fallon was sentenced to a community-based Intensive Corrections Order after being found guilty of culpable driving causing death.

ABC Australia News | Jul 27, 2026, 10:03 AM

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Election in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Focuses on 12 Contested Refugee Seats Amid Unrest

The upcoming election in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) is centered on 12 disputed refugee constituencies, highlighting deep-rooted issues of representation, autonomy, and political power amid a summer marked by deadly protests.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:12 AM

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Man Charged with Murder After 12-Year-Old Killed by Stray Bullet in Bronx

William Ferrer faces multiple charges following a chaotic street shooting that claimed the life of innocent boy Jacob Freytes.

Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 1:43 AM

Todd Blanche Exiting a press conference outside Manhattan Criminal Courthouse where his client Former President Donald Trump was charged with 34 felony counts

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Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Blocks Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Confirmation

Key Republicans demand full eradication of the $1.776 billion fund before approving Todd Blanche as attorney general nominee.

Washington Times News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:27 PM

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Justice William Brennan Dies on July 24, 1997

On July 24, 1997, Justice William Brennan, a notable figure in Supreme Court history, passed away in the United States.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 11:59 AM

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Supreme Court's Analysis in Loper Bright Challenged Over APA Interpretation

A recent analysis argues the Supreme Court erred in its Loper Bright decision by misapplying the Administrative Procedure Act to Chevron deference.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 10:34 AM

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Supreme Court's Analysis in Loper Bright Criticized for Misapplying Administrative Procedure Act

A legal analysis highlights errors in the Supreme Court's interpretation of Chevron deference in the Loper Bright case, emphasizing distinctions in the applicability of the Administrative Procedure Act.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 9:54 AM

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Justice Elena Kagan: Supreme Court Not a Rubber Stamp for Trump

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan emphasized that despite the Supreme Court's conservative leanings, it has acted independently of President Donald Trump on key issues.

Washington Times News | Jul 24, 2026, 5:46 AM

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Trump Administration Announces New Section 301 Tariffs on Major Trading Partners

The tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent, target dozens of countries amid controversy over their legal basis and economic impact.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 5:14 AM

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Trump DOJ Updates Religious Liberty Guidance Following Supreme Court Rulings

The Department of Justice directs federal agencies to prioritize religious liberty in regulations, employment, and grants, reflecting nearly a decade of Supreme Court decisions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 11:24 PM

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Legal Challenges Mount Against EPA's Rescission of Endangerment Finding

Environmental groups and blue states have filed lawsuits challenging the EPA's recent rollback of a key climate regulation, raising questions about the agency's legal authority and the future of climate policy enforcement.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 8:46 AM

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Police Officer Fatally Shoots Man in Madison, Wisconsin, Prompting Protests

A man in his 30s was shot and killed by police in a popular Madison neighborhood, leading to local demonstrations and an ongoing investigation.

Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 7:19 AM

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Modi Vows Stringent Punishment for Exam Fraud Amid Youth-Led Protests in India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi promises fast-track courts to address exam paper leaks that have sparked widespread student demonstrations led by the Cockroach Janta Party.

France 24 English | Jul 23, 2026, 6:33 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Several executions have been carried out in Iran this week as part of a campaign targeting those accused of fomenting unrest and espionage during the ongoing conflict with the United States.

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Iran’s Judiciary Announces Executions Amid Security Crackdown Following 2025 War

Several executions have been carried out in Iran this week as part of a campaign targeting those accused of fomenting unrest and espionage during the ongoing conflict with the United States.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 5:16 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Executions linked to recent protests are part of Iran’s campaign against alleged infiltrators amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Israel.

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Iran’s Judiciary Announces Executions Amid Unrest and Security Crackdown

Executions linked to recent protests are part of Iran’s campaign against alleged infiltrators amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Israel.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 4:52 PM

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against Warrantless Searches of Private Land

The court rejected the "open fields" doctrine, affirming stronger privacy protections under the Pennsylvania Constitution than the federal Fourth Amendment.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 3:56 AM

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Justice William Brennan Resigns on July 20, 1990

On July 20, 1990, Justice William Brennan resigned from the U.S. Supreme Court, marking a significant moment in Supreme Court history.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 12:05 PM

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India’s Cockroach Janta Party Protests Escalate Amid Exam Scandal

The Cockroach Janta Party’s activism intensifies as demonstrators demand resignations over university exam leaks, highlighting deep frustrations in Indian society.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 12:44 PM

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Trump Administration Pursues Policy to Debank Illegal Immigrants, Stephen Miller Says

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller outlines efforts to restrict banking access for illegal immigrants as a means to encourage self-deportation.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 7:04 PM

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Far-Left Activist Conference at Chicago Teachers Union HQ Sparks Classroom Concerns

A two-day gathering of socialist, anti-war, and pro-Palestinian groups at the Chicago Teachers Union headquarters has drawn criticism from education advocates over its focus away from classroom empowerment.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 2:13 PM

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Indian Police Hospitalize Cockroach Party Activist Sonam Wangchuk Amid Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, a key figure in the Cockroach Janata Party's education reform movement, was forcibly moved to a hospital in New Delhi after 20 days of hunger strike, sparking protests and calls for nationwide demonstrations.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 1:35 PM