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King Spalding Expands NY Business Litigation with DOJ Hire

King Spalding Expands NY Business Litigation with DOJ Hire

King Spalding Expands NY Business Litigation with DOJ Hire
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DOJ Lawyers Face Criticism Over Trump Statue of Liberty Argument in DC Circuit

DOJ Lawyers Face Criticism Over Trump Statue of Liberty Argument in DC Circuit

Department of Justice (DOJ) lawyers are under scrutiny for their argument presented to the DC Circuit, suggesting that President Trump could unilaterally dismantle the Statue of Liberty. This argument is part of a broader legal strategy related to a ballroom case, where the DOJ posits that the court must accept the premise of presidential authority over national monuments for their argument to hold. The case has sparked significant debate and criticism, as it touches on the limits of executive power and the symbolic importance of national landmarks. The DOJ's stance has been met with skepticism and concern from various legal experts and commentators, who question the implications of such a broad interpretation of presidential powers.
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Federal Court Ruling Challenges Trump Administration's Transgender Military Ban

Federal Court Ruling Challenges Trump Administration's Transgender Military Ban

A Federal Court of Appeals has issued a ruling that challenges the Trump administration's policy banning transgender individuals from serving openly in the military. The court's 2-to-1 decision deemed the policy unconstitutional, particularly in its application to current service members affected by gender dysphoria. Judges Robert Wilkins and Judith Rogers, appointed by Obama and Clinton respectively, ruled that the policy violates the constitutional right to equal protection. The ruling prevents the removal of current transgender service members, although the ban on new enlistments remains in effect. The decision highlights ongoing legal battles over the rights of transgender individuals in the military.
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Minnesota Officials Referred to DOJ for Investigation Over Fraud Allegations

Minnesota Officials Referred to DOJ for Investigation Over Fraud Allegations

Vice President JD Vance has referred Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison to the Department of Justice for investigation following a House Oversight Committee report on benefit fraud in the state. The report alleges that senior Minnesota officials were aware of widespread fraud in federally funded social services programs but failed to act. The investigation is part of a broader effort by the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, which Vance leads. The allegations include potential misconduct in handling federal funds and intimidating whistleblowers.
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Minnesota Fraud Case Involving Tim Walz Referred to DOJ for Investigation

Minnesota Fraud Case Involving Tim Walz Referred to DOJ for Investigation

A report by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has led to a referral for a criminal investigation into Minnesota's handling of fraud in federally funded social-service programs during Governor Tim Walz's administration. The report alleges that significant fraud concerns were known to senior state officials, including Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, but were not addressed in a timely manner. The report estimates that $300 million in child-nutrition funds and potentially billions in Medicaid-related spending were at risk due to oversight failures. The Department of Justice and other federal agencies are urged to investigate the administration of federal funds in Minnesota.
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DOJ Faces Criticism Over Trump Statue of Liberty Argument in Court

DOJ Faces Criticism Over Trump Statue of Liberty Argument in Court

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is under scrutiny after its lawyers argued before the DC Circuit that President Trump could unilaterally dismantle the Statue of Liberty if he chose to. This argument was part of a broader legal strategy related to a case involving the president's authority. The statement has sparked controversy and debate over the extent of presidential powers and the implications of such a legal stance. The argument was reportedly made to support a broader legal theory that could impact how presidential authority is interpreted in future cases.
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Westchester County Faces Lawsuit Over License Plate Surveillance Program

Westchester County Faces Lawsuit Over License Plate Surveillance Program

A coalition of civil rights groups has filed a class action lawsuit against Westchester County, New York, challenging the use of nearly 600 license plate readers. The lawsuit claims that the program, which has collected 1.6 billion plate scans, constitutes an 'indiscriminate surveillance system' that violates the state constitution. The data collected has been shared with over 50 law enforcement agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The plaintiffs argue that the program lacks proper authorization and infringes on the privacy of millions of motorists by tracking their travel patterns and daily habits. The lawsuit is part of a broader legal effort to address the implications of surveillance technologies.
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Westchester County Faces Lawsuit Over License Plate Reader Surveillance

Westchester County Faces Lawsuit Over License Plate Reader Surveillance

A coalition of civil rights groups has filed a lawsuit against Westchester County, New York, challenging the use of nearly 600 license plate readers. The lawsuit, brought on behalf of four women, claims that the surveillance system is a warrantless and indiscriminate violation of the state constitution. The plaintiffs argue that the county's program, which has collected 1.6 billion plate scans and shared data with over 50 law enforcement agencies, lacks proper authorization and oversight. The case highlights concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of surveillance technology, as the plaintiffs' vehicles were recorded thousands of times without their consent.
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Trump Administration Moves to Denaturalize 17 US Citizens Amid Immigration Policy Push

Trump Administration Moves to Denaturalize 17 US Citizens Amid Immigration Policy Push

The Department of Justice (DOJ) under President Trump has announced plans to denaturalize 17 US citizens who were convicted of crimes such as healthcare fraud and wire fraud. These individuals, originally from countries including Cuba, Haiti, and China, allegedly concealed their criminal activities during the naturalization process. Denaturalization is a rare legal action in the US, typically reserved for those who obtained citizenship through fraudulent means. This move is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten immigration policies, including challenges to birthright citizenship and imposing fees on H1-B visas.
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Motorists sue Westchester County over 1.6 billion license plate scans

Motorists sue Westchester County over 1.6 billion license plate scans

Civil rights groups have sued on behalf of New York residents to stop Westchester County, New York, from using nearly the nearly 600 license plate readers they have installed around the county
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Cities Sue Trump Administration Over ACA Rule Changes Impacting Coverage

Cities Sue Trump Administration Over ACA Rule Changes Impacting Coverage

A coalition of cities, including Columbus, Ohio; Chicago; Baltimore; and Pima County, Arizona, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to block recent changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces. The plaintiffs, which also include Doctors for America and the Main Street Alliance, argue that the new rule, finalized in May 2026, could result in 3 million people losing their health coverage. The rule expands access to catastrophic and non-network plans as lower-cost alternatives, which critics say could leave consumers vulnerable to high costs. The lawsuit claims that the rule contradicts the ACA's goal of providing affordable health coverage to all Americans by creating barriers to coverage. The plaintiffs assert that the rule is part of a continued effort by the Trump administration to undermine the ACA.
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Josh Naylor's grand slam powers Mariners past Orioles, 6-3

Josh Naylor's grand slam powers Mariners past Orioles, 6-3

Josh Naylor hit a grand slam during a five-run fifth inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3