Courts & Law
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Supreme Court allows Taliban bomber suit to proceed, in 6-3 ruling included three liberal justices
Retired Army specialist Winston Tyler Hencely sustained a fractured skull and brain injuries when a Taliban operative working for a military contractor detonated a suicide vest at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan in 2016.
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Trump fumes over SCOTUS losses: 'Democrat Justices stick together'
The Supreme Court has already heard oral arguments in both a key redistricting case and the birthright citizenship challenge, with rulings expected to come in the near future.
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Judge dismisses FBI Patel's defamation suit against a former FBI official, his 'nightclubs' comment
In his ruling, the judge said that Figliuzzi's remarks are "rhetorical hyperbole that doesn't meet the standard for defamation."
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Legal experts detail possible grounds for appeal of Trump conviction: 'no crime here'
"He had no opportunity to defend himself," Davis said.
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Watch Live: DA Alvin Bragg holds press conference following Trump hush money verdict
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Michael Cohen says Trump verdict marks 'important day for accountability'
"Today is an important day for accountability and the rule of law. While it has been a difficult journey for me and my family, the truth always matters," Cohen posted. "I want to thank my attorneys Danya Perry for her invaluable guidance and support throughout this process."
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Verdict reached in Trump hush money trial
It will be announced shortly.
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Chief Justice Roberts turns down Democrats' request to discuss Alito controversy and court ethics
“I must respectfully decline your request for a meeting,” Roberts wrote.
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Trump's NY criminal trial: All the possible outcomes when the jury returns a verdict
Trump has pleaded not guilty and contends that the case is part of a broader political witch-hunt designed to derail his 2024 bid for the White House.
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Jury deliberation resumes in Trump hush money trial after jurors re-hear instructions, testimony
"Under our law, Michael Cohen is an accomplice because there is evidence that he participated in a crime based upon conduct involved in the allegations here against the defendant," Merchan read to jurors
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Federal judge appointed by Bush killed in car accident outside of Nevada courthouse
"Despite his notable accomplishments, Judge Hicks once stated, ‘My greatest thrill in life is my family.’ His life philosophy was based on a balance of family, work, and self," read a post from the sheriff on X.
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Democratic AGs play defense as pro-life pregnancy centers lawyer up on 'abortion pill reversal'
Insurer dropped pro-life pregnancy center's coverage due to investigation by Washington AG Bob Ferguson, "a present injury," and its premiums will inevitably rise, "an imminent injury supporting [legal] standing," it says.