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District Judge Katherine Menendez

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Appeals Court Upholds Pentagon's Escort Policy for Journalists

A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 to allow the Pentagon to continue requiring journalists to be escorted on its grounds, siding with the Trump administration in an ongoing legal dispute.

Jul 18, 2026, 1:53 AM CBS Politics

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Supreme Court to Review Pipeline Company’s Land Seizure and $383,000 Legal Bill in North Dakota Case

Leonard Hoffmann and neighbors challenged WBI Energy Transmission over discounted land seizure, raising constitutional questions about fair market compensation under eminent domain.

Reason | Jul 17, 2026, 9:11 PM

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District Court’s Role in Plea Bargain Questioned in U.S. v. Littlejohn

A D.C. Circuit opinion addresses whether a district court judge improperly aided the government by questioning charging decisions in a high-profile case.

Reason | Jul 17, 2026, 7:48 PM

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Florida Congressman Files Impeachment Article Against Judge Who Freed Convicted Cuban Hijacker

Republican Congressman Greg Steube has moved to impeach Judge John E. Steele after the judge ordered the release of a convicted Cuban plane hijacker from ICE custody.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 4:54 PM

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President Trump Fires Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Shortly After Court Appointment

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PM

Trump Fires Newly Appointed US Attorney in Seattle Less Than an Hour After Swearing-In

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as US attorney for Seattle but was removed by President Donald Trump shortly after taking office, underscoring tensions between the judiciary and the administration.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 2:02 PM

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Federal Judge Rules Biden-Era Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional for Racial Prioritization

U.S. District Judge John Bates finds that a high-speed internet grant program signed into law by President Biden violated constitutional principles by using race as a factor in fund allocation.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:24 PM

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Ex-US Federal Reserve Adviser Sentenced to Over Three Years for Lying in China Secrets Case

John Harold Rogers was convicted of making false statements about sharing confidential monetary policy information with Chinese intelligence operatives.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:00 PM

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MET Sues Under Armour Over Bioceramic Apparel Dispute Involving Tom Brady

Multiple Energy Tech alleges false marketing and misuse of confidential information by Under Armour in a lawsuit tied to bioceramic sleepwear endorsed by Tom Brady.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Declares 'Weaponization Fund' Dead at Senate Hearing

During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Over DOJ Controversies

Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:31 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Backlash Over IRS Settlement Favoring Trump

A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AM

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Wisconsin Elections Commission Finds Elon Musk May Have Violated Election Bribery Law

The commission referred complaints to the Brown County District Attorney over Musk's $1 million voter check giveaways during a 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:44 PM

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Judge Williams Criticizes Trump-Linked Settlement in Reopened IRS Case

A federal judge has issued a scathing opinion on a dismissed lawsuit involving former President Trump and a disputed $1.776 billion settlement, highlighting collusion and improper motives.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:30 PM

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US Judge Voids Donald Trump’s $1.8 Billion IRS Settlement Over Leaked Tax Returns

A federal judge ruled that the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and his allies against the IRS was for an improper purpose, nullifying a controversial settlement that shielded them from tax audits.

France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 5:44 AM

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Federal Judge Criticizes Trump’s IRS Lawsuit as a Pretext for a Controversial Settlement

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January 29 lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 3:45 AM

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Federal Judge Criticizes Trump’s IRS Lawsuit as a Pretext for a Controversial Settlement

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:24 AM

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Florida Politician Anthony F. Sabatini Faulted for AI Hallucinations in Legal Briefs

Eleventh Circuit judges criticize Florida County Commissioner Anthony F. Sabatini for filing legal briefs containing fabricated citations linked to AI errors in a dismissed Covid-19 workplace lawsuit.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 10:19 AM

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Florida Politician Anthony F. Sabatini Criticized for AI-Generated Errors in Legal Briefs

In a recent Eleventh Circuit ruling, Florida County Commissioner Anthony F. Sabatini was faulted for submitting legal briefs containing fabricated citations attributed to AI hallucinations.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 8:14 AM

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Federal Court Denies WPATH's Request to Block FTC Enforcement in Texas Case

A D.C. federal court ruled that the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) cannot block the Federal Trade Commission's enforcement actions in Texas, denying their motion for a temporary restraining order.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 5:58 AM

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Alleging Media Conspiracy to Keep Public 'Clueless'

A federal judge ruled that claims against 34 media outlets for alleged journalistic misconduct and First Amendment violations were too speculative to proceed.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 12:11 AM

Hunter Biden Awarded $1.7 Million in Defamation Case Against Former Overstock CEO

A federal judge ruled in favor of Hunter Biden in a defamation lawsuit over false bribery claims involving Iran.

Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 4:43 PM

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Federal Judge Dismisses Convictions of Four Proud Boys Linked to Jan. 6 Capitol Riot

District Judge Timothy Kelly approved the Justice Department's request to vacate the convictions of four Proud Boys members, citing President Trump's executive clemency and the government's decision to abandon prosecution.

CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 12:31 PM

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Magistrate Judge Criticizes Lawyer Blackburn for Ethical Breaches in Court Filings

Magistrate Judge Jennifer Willis highlights repeated misrepresentations and questionable use of AI-generated citations by lawyer Blackburn in a recent legal dispute involving Roc Nation.

Reason | Jul 11, 2026, 9:08 AM