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By Refusing to Obey Court Orders, Trump Is Provoking a Constitutional Crisis
Trump is making real the words of OMB director Russell Vought, who said “we are living in a post-Constitutional time.”
Trump’s Felony Conviction Appeal Will Show How Fully He’s Above the Law
Trump’s appeal will decide how the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling applies to his hush money case.
Supreme Court Rules Against Big Oil in Landmark Hawaii Climate Lawsuit
The City of Honolulu's suit seeks to make several major polluters pay for their climate devastation and deception.
Judge Blocks Title IX Protections for Trans Youth and Other Vulnerable Students
The ruling strikes down expanded anti-discrimination protections proposed by Biden's Department of Education last April.
Trump Sentenced by NY Court After SCOTUS Denies Effort to Block Court Hearing
Justice Juan Merchan spared Trump of jail time or fines, but rather handed him a sentence of “unconditional discharge.”
Alito Had Call With Trump on Same Day President-Elect Submitted Brief to SCOTUS
Critics questioned the sitting justice's claims of ignorance regarding the case's likely submission to the court.
Trump Demands Supreme Court Block New York Judge’s Hush Money Sentencing Date
Trump's legal team claims that the sentencing would be a “burden” on him as he prepares to become president.
Trump’s First Term Reshaped Federal Courts. What Can We Expect From His Second?
Trump is poised to appoint even more conservative judges in his second term.
2024 Was Challenging Year for Trans People — But There Were Some Major Victories
From court wins to election victories, it is these gains that trans people can carry into 2025 with hope.
The Supreme Court Gutted Environmental Protections in 2024
Several major cases destroyed federal agencies’ ability to address climate change and pollution.