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Baker Donelson Shareholder Gary W. Herschman Receives AHLA Patricia T. Meador Leadership Award

Baker Donelson Shareholder Gary W. Herschman Receives AHLA Patricia T. Meador Leadership Award

Baker Donelson Shareholder Gary W. Herschman Receives AHLA Patricia T. Meador Leadership Award

Mayer Brown Appoints Albert 'BJ' Stieglitz as Partner in Global Investigations and White Collar Defense Practice

Mayer Brown Appoints Albert 'BJ' Stieglitz as Partner in Global Investigations and White Collar Defense Practice

Mayer Brown Appoints Albert 'BJ' Stieglitz as Partner in Global Investigations and White Collar Defense Practice

DOJ Revises Justice Manual to Strengthen False Claims Act Enforcement

DOJ Revises Justice Manual to Strengthen False Claims Act Enforcement

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is implementing revisions to its Justice Manual to enhance the enforcement of the False Claims Act (FCA). These updates aim to establish clearer standards that promote fair and effective enforcement. A key aspect of these revisions is to clarify the circumstances under which the department will seek to dismiss whistleblower and other qui tam actions, specifically when such actions do not align with the interests of the United States. Additionally, the revisions are designed to define the limits of how DOJ lawyers utilize sub-regulatory guidance in department litigation. Associate Deputy Attorney General Paul Perkins stated that the False Claims Act is a powerful tool for combating fraud, underscoring the importance of these changes.

Department of Justice Defends President Trump's Media Ban Against Lawsuit by News Organizations

Department of Justice Defends President Trump's Media Ban Against Lawsuit by News Organizations

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has defended President Trump's decision to revoke White House press credentials for CNN, MS Now, and Politico. In a court filing, the DOJ argued that these media outlets jeopardized national security and spread falsehoods through their reporting on various issues, including White House ballroom construction, ammunition depletion during the Iran war, and the Republican midterm convention. The DOJ's response came in anticipation of an emergency federal court session in Washington, D.C., scheduled to address a lawsuit filed by the three media organizations. The lawsuit alleges that President Trump's actions violate their First and Fifth Amendment rights, asserting that the ban is a direct assault on constitutional principles. The White House, in letters dated September 22, accused the outlets of "trafficking in verifiable falsehoods about national security and other issues, and publishing sensitive or classified information." The DOJ maintains that access to the White House is ...

Cooley LLP Hires Former House GOP Lawyer Jessica Donlon to Bolster Investigations Group

Cooley LLP Hires Former House GOP Lawyer Jessica Donlon to Bolster Investigations Group

Cooley LLP Hires Former House GOP Lawyer Jessica Donlon to Bolster Investigations Group

Sidley Austin Expands Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure Practice with James Schneider in Miami

Sidley Austin Expands Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure Practice with James Schneider in Miami

Sidley Austin Expands Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure Practice with James Schneider in Miami

President Trump Sacks Attorney General Pam Bondi Amidst Epstein Files Controversy

President Trump Sacks Attorney General Pam Bondi Amidst Epstein Files Controversy

President Trump has dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi, announcing her removal in a Truth Social post. Bondi will be succeeded by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. Reports indicate that President Trump was dissatisfied with Bondi's handling and release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Bondi, 60, is the second Cabinet official to be removed by President Trump, following the dismissal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem earlier in March. The Attorney General holds significant authority as the head of the Department of Justice, overseeing functions comparable to those of a Home Minister in other governmental structures. President Trump stated that Bondi would be transitioning to a new and important role in the private sector.

Cooley LLP Expands Congressional Investigations Practice with Former House GOP Lawyer Jessica Donlon

Cooley LLP Expands Congressional Investigations Practice with Former House GOP Lawyer Jessica Donlon

Cooley LLP has announced the hiring of Jessica Donlon, a former attorney for Republicans on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, as a partner in its Washington office. Donlon, who previously served as a Trump administration official and is a veteran Capitol Hill attorney, joined the firm last week. Her move is aimed at bolstering Cooley's congressional investigations practice, particularly in anticipation of the upcoming midterm elections. As general counsel for the House Energy and Commerce Committee under Chairman Brett Guthrie, a Kentucky Republican, Donlon played a key role in guiding the GOP's reconciliation package through Congress last year. Her expertise in legislative processes and congressional oversight is expected to enhance the firm's capabilities in navigating complex political and regulatory landscapes.

Trump Administration DOJ Challenges 50-Year Precedent on White House Press Credentials

Trump Administration DOJ Challenges 50-Year Precedent on White House Press Credentials

President Trump's Department of Justice (DOJ) has asserted that a nearly 50-year-old ruling, Sherrill v. Knight (1977), which protects journalists' access to White House press credentials, was "wrong" and should be overturned. In a recent court filing, the DOJ argued against key aspects of this 1977 decision. The Sherrill v. Knight ruling established that if the White House denies a journalist a press pass, they must be provided with notice of the reason for the denial and an opportunity to respond. The Trump administration's lawyers stated, "While Defendants acknowledge Sherrill’s holding that White House reporters have protectable due process rights in their hard passes, Defendants respectfully submit that Sherill was wrongly decided and expressly reserve their right to argue this on appeal." This filing comes in response to a First Amendment lawsuit filed by CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, after President Trump banned them from the White House, accusing them of reporting "fiction and lies."

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP Seeks Legal Talent Across Multiple U.S. Offices

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP Seeks Legal Talent Across Multiple U.S. Offices

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP Seeks Legal Talent Across Multiple U.S. Offices

Republika Srpska's Lobbying Efforts in Washington Raise Transparency Concerns

Republika Srpska's Lobbying Efforts in Washington Raise Transparency Concerns

Republika Srpska's lobbying activities in the United States have intensified, with significant spending reported to influence U.S. policy. Documents filed under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) indicate that Republika Srpska has spent approximately $5.64 million on registered lobbying since 2022, with a projected increase of roughly $8.9 million from 2025 onwards. These efforts, which include retaining lobbying and law firms, are reportedly aimed at securing the removal of U.S. sanctions against Milorad Dodik and his associates, altering the U.S. approach to the Office of the High Representative (OHR), and bolstering international support for Republika Srpska's political objectives. A notable engagement involves retired U.S. general and former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn, who was retained as a consultant for Republika Srpska for a fee of $100,000 per month to provide strategic advice and establish contacts in Washington. The timing of intensified lobbying coinciding with the lifting o...

Norton Rose Fulbright Expands New York Office with Eight-Lawyer Real Estate Team

Norton Rose Fulbright Expands New York Office with Eight-Lawyer Real Estate Team

Norton Rose Fulbright Expands New York Office with Eight-Lawyer Real Estate Team