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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Biden-Appointed Judge Frees MS-13 Terrorist Wanted for Murder in El Salvador
Biden-appointed U.S. judge in California orders ICE to free alleged MS-13 member wanted for murder in El Salvador, intensifying policy debate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court
A federal judge rejected Trump’s bid to move the hush money case to federal court, keeping the Manhattan prosecution on track in New York state court.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chinese national in blue state charged with illegally voting in federal election under another man's name: DOJ
Yupeng Sun is accused of using another man’s identity to register and vote in the 2024 federal election. Charges were announced in Washington, D.C.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
DOJ cites Comey's novel in urging judge not to toss '86 47' seashells threat to Trump case
Justice Department urges DC judge not to dismiss Trump-related “86 47” seashells threat case, invoking Comey’s novel to argue context makes speech menac...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal panel signals it could support permanent fencing around White House park known for protests
Federal advisers in Washington indicate openness to permanent fencing at Lafayette Square, setting up design reviews and debate over protest access.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency
Washington judge drops final Proud Boys seditious conspiracy counts after Trump’s broad clemency, ending prosecutions and shifting fights to appeals.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal judge says Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t apply to DC pipe bomb suspect
Washington judge rules Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon statement doesn’t apply to suspect in DNC/RNC pipe bombs, keeping the criminal case on track.
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Newsom faces criticism for state's stance on trans athletes in girls' sports after SCOTUS ruling
California backs trans athletes in girls’ sports despite a Supreme Court ruling, raising compliance, liability, and school sports governance questions.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Judge orders ICE to free Wisconsin mosque leader over 'substantial' free speech claim after criticizing Israel
Federal judge orders ICE to release Wisconsin mosque president, citing a substantial free speech retaliation claim tied to his criticism of U.S. Israel...
- 8 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump names James M. McDonald to lead powerful New York federal prosecutor's office
President Trump names James M. McDonald to head New York’s SDNY, a key post overseeing Wall Street, corruption, and national security cases, pending Sen...
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Top Trump agency purges over 20 suspected China-linked products from federal marketplace
U.S. SBA delists 20+ products tied to Beijing-based sourcing amid origin concerns, advising reviews of active orders as compliance checks proceed.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Federal authorities investigate giant ‘8647’ markings on National Mall
Authorities in Washington investigate large ‘8647’ numerals on the National Mall amid debate over protected speech and security concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Judge blocks Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
Federal judge halts Trump administration’s proposed $100,000 H-1B fee, preserving current costs as legal challenges and appeals proceed.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump criticizes the judge who ordered his name removed from the Kennedy Center
President Trump faults Judge Christopher Cooper for ordering his name removed and blocking a two-year closure of the Kennedy Center.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Philadelphia will celebrate Ona Judge Day to honor Martha Washington’s enslaved maid who made a daring escape to freedom
City to inaugurate annual observance honoring Ona Judge’s escape from slavery, with education, site remembrances, and community dialogues.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate GOP revising White House ballroom security funding plan after parliamentarian ruling
Parliamentarian ruling forces Republicans to rework East Wing security funding, narrowing scope and likely prompting talks with Democrats.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why a judge eviscerating the Pentagon rules for censoring and punishing journalists is a victory for the press
Federal Judge Paul Friedman finds Pentagon credential policy unconstitutional, curbing censorship and requiring clear, viewpoint-neutral standards.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Four Supreme Court justices face Trump at State of the Union days after tariffs ruling
Four Supreme Court justices attend President Donald Trump's State of the Union, days after he lambasted them for overturning many of his tariffs.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
FedEx Sues US Government Over Trump Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling, Wants A 'Full Refund' - FedEx (NYSE:FDX)
FedEx Corp sues US government for illegal tariffs imposed by Trump. Other companies like Costco have also filed lawsuits for refunds.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Could Be A 'Blessing In Disguise' For Trump And GOP, Says Former Deputy AG:
Former U.S. Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo said that the Supreme Court's ruling against President Donald Trump's tariffs might turn out to be advant...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ruling against Trump's tariffs creates new uncertainty in US trade relations with China
The Supreme Court decision striking down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs has added a wrinkle to already complicated U.S.-China relations
- 5 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump ...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Justice Department swiftly fires lawyer chosen as top federal prosecutor for Virginia office
A lawyer picked by judges to serve as the top federal prosecutor for a Virginia office that pursued cases against foes of President Donald Trump has been swiftl...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the ...
- 6 min
- United States