Lawsuit: USDA Demands for Food Stamp Data Unlawful
In its new guidance, the department threatened any state’s refusal to release this data could “trigger noncompliance procedures,” potentially leading to lawsuits or the withholding of federal funds.
Political Litigation
Florida Judges Says Trump Can Impose Tariffs, But Stops Short of Broader Ruling
In court filings, attorneys for Emily Ley and Simplified asked Wetherell to weigh in on the tariffs’ legality.
Lawsuit: Elon Musk’s “America” PAC Shortchanged Voters
In the lead-up to Election Day, Musk—the richest person in the world—spent an estimated $300 million supporting Trump’s re-election bid. As part of this initiative, Musk promised, at first, to pay $47 to anyone who signed a petition supporting Trump and the America PAC.
Supreme Court Signals Skepticism in Birthright Citizenship Review
“What do hospitals do with a newborn?” Justice Brett Kavanaugh asked a Trump administration attorney. “What do states do with a newborn?”
Bernie Sanders, Media Hosts Pressure Paramount to Stand Up to Trump
“[The lawsuit] has absolutely no merit and it cannot stand,” Sanders and his allies wrote in the letter to Paramount’s controlling shareholder.
Trump Admin. Sues Colorado, City of Denver Over Immigrant-Friendly Laws
Gov. Jared Polis noted that Colorado does not consider itself a “sanctuary state” and regularly collaborates with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies of all types.
Federal Judge: Pro-Palestine Activist Mahmoud Khalil Can Sue US Gov’t
“This is a blatant violation of the First Amendment and a dangerous precedent for anyone who believes in free speech and political expression,” an attorney for Mahmoud said.
Cities, Nonprofits, and Labor Unions File Lawsuit Against DOGE
“The President does not possess authority to reorganize, downsize, or otherwise transform the agencies of the federal government, unless and until Congress authorizes such action,” the 115-page lawsuit states.
Harvard Files First Amendment Lawsuit Against Trump Administration
“While Harvard is diligently seeking to mitigate the effects of these funding cuts, critical research efforts will be scaled back or even terminated,” Harvard lawyers wrote in a Wednesday filing.
Trump Administrations Slams Washington for “Refusing” to Cooperate with ICE
“There is no conflict between Keep Washington Working and federal law, and we look forward to continuing to present our case in court,” Washington Attorney General Nick Brown said.