87 articles tagged with "legal"
April 8 marks a significant milestone as it has been four years since Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed to the Supreme Court, making history as the first Black woman to hold this position.
Strategic angle: A legal analysis of the implications of the 14th Amendment's citizenship clause in contemporary debates.
Strategic angle: President Donald Trump is not done complaining about the Supreme Court’s tariffs ruling.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court on Monday morning added one new case, involving challenges to veterans’ benefit laws, to its docket for the 2026-27 term. The justices also sent the case of […] The post Court allows Steve Bannon to mov
Strategic angle: Justice, Democracy, and Law is a recurring series by Edward B. Foley that focuses on election law and the relationship of law and democracy. “Original public meaning” has become the […] The post An actual alternative to
Strategic angle: By now, readers of SCOTUSblog are quite familiar with the Supreme Court’s emergency docket, where parties come to the court seeking emergency orders, oftentimes without full briefing and oral argument. […] The post What
Strategic angle: A rebuttal to George Croner’s critique of the Brennan Center’s “Myths and Facts” on FISA Section 702 backdoor searches and why RISAA falls short. The post Myths and Facts About Section 702 Backdoor Searches: A Reply to G
Strategic angle: On this day in 1938, the Supreme Court heard argument in United States v. Carolene Products, on a law that prohibited interstate shipping of filled milk, an alternative to traditional […] The post SCOTUStoday for Monday,
Strategic angle: Former Justice Department official provides steps Congress can take to prepare an oversight agenda now for the next congressional term. The post The Anti-Stonewalling Playbook: How Congress Can Plan Now to Counter Execut
Strategic angle: Former JAGs warn that threats to strike Iran’s power plants would violate the law of war and endanger U.S. service members’ legal and moral obligations. The post When War Crimes Rhetoric Becomes Battlefield Reality: The
Strategic angle: Signup to receive the Early Edition in your inbox here. A curated guide to major news and developments over the weekend. Here’s today’s news: IRAN WAR Saturday Israel attacked Iran’s largest petrochemical complex on Satu
Strategic angle: The suspect in a high-profile murder case has chosen to waive their preliminary hearing, raising questions about the legal strategy.
Strategic angle: A public resource tracking all the legal challenges to the Trump administration's executive orders and actions. The post Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administration Actions appeared first on Just Securit
Strategic angle: Experts analyze the US-Israel Iran military conflicts - covering nuclear diplomacy; strategic, security, and regional implications; and domestic and international law. The post Collection: Iran, Israel and the United Sta
Strategic angle: Former senior CIA and head of Interfor Academy assess the potential intelligence failures in U.S. preparation for Iran war. The post How Good is Our Intelligence on Iran? appeared first on Just Security.
Strategic angle: U.S.-Israel-Iran War • Lebanon • Israel / Death Penalty • Russia-Ukraine War • Series: Syria in Transition • Department of Homeland Security • Emerging Technologies • FISA Section 702 • United States / Arctic • Gender an
Strategic angle: Legal intern Raj Gambhir argues that the Trump administration's flight restriction undermines First Amendment rights.
Strategic angle: Justice Samuel Alito was hospitalized on March 20 out of an abundance of caution and at the recommendation of his security detail.
Strategic angle: Concerns rise over government procurement practices impacting AI ethics and safety.
Strategic angle: Insights from the Supreme Court's oral arguments on birthright citizenship.
Strategic angle: Join EFF's Executive Director Cindy Cohn as she navigates the privacy battles that have shaped the internet.
Strategic angle: Chief Justice John Roberts addresses personal attacks in rare public remarks.
Strategic angle: How the UN Security Council governs emerging technologies amid rising terrorist threats, balancing innovation, security, and human rights. The post Global Governance of Emerging Technologies: Counterterrorism Challenges
Strategic angle: The Trump administration's executive order on mail-in voting is unconstitutional. States and Congress—not the President—have authority to regulate federal elections. The post The Unconstitutionality of the Trump Administ
Strategic angle: Comedian John Mulaney appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” earlier this week and gave a shoutout to SCOTUSblog as he described being a “Supreme Court argument nerd.”
Strategic angle: Recently, a California Superior Court jury found that Meta and YouTube harmed a user through some of the features they offered. And a New Mexico jury concluded that Meta deceived young users into thinking its platforms w
Strategic angle: Copyright law is supposed to encourage creativity. Too often, it’s used to extract payouts from others.
Strategic angle: This is the first post in a series on 3D print blocking, for the next entry check out Print Blocking Won't Work - Permission to Print Part 2 When legislators give companies an excuse to write untouchable code, it’s a dis
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court shows support for a Mississippi man contesting racial bias in jury selection.
Strategic angle: In late 2024, we urged Google and Amazon to honor their human rights commitments, to be more transparent with the public, and to take meaningful action to address the risks posed by Project Nimbus, their cloud computing
Strategic angle: Welcome to SCOTUSblog’s recurring series in which we interview experts on different supreme courts around the world and how they compare to our own. In our previous columns, we focused […] The post The Supreme Court of I
Strategic angle: A historic day at the Supreme Court as President Trump attends oral arguments.
Strategic angle: Governments around the world are adopting new laws and policies aimed at addressing online harms, including laws intended to curb cybercrime and disinformation, and ostensibly protect user safety. While these efforts are
Strategic angle: Oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara have concluded, but the discussion continues.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court's upcoming conference may address key veterans benefits issues.
Strategic angle: Yesterday’s argument in Jules v Andre Balazs Properties revealed uncertainty among justices regarding federal jurisdiction over arbitration awards.
A federal judge has ruled against the government's attempt to impose a ban on Anthropic AI, allowing the company to continue its operations.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court's decision leaves a life sentence intact for a Louisiana man involved in the 'Tiger King' saga.
Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of Supreme Court dissents on the legal landscape.
Strategic angle: A temporary restraining order has halted the Nexstar-Tegna deal, raising questions about its future.
Strategic angle: Cisco Systems Case Has Major Implications for Global Human Rights
Strategic angle: Live blogging as the court potentially releases opinions in argued cases.
Strategic angle: Exploring the reflections of mid-20th century American leaders on citizenship and national identity.
The Defense Department designated Anthropic as a risk to U.S. national security, marking a first for an American company.
Strategic angle: A New York federal judge has refused to dismiss the case against Maduro and his wife over their inability to afford legal fees.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court will hear oral argument on Tuesday in Pitchford v. Cain, a case involving allegations of racial discrimination in jury selection.
Strategic angle: A significant legal ruling impacting AI development and government regulations.
Strategic angle: The president finds the long-settled meaning of the citizenship clause to be an intolerable obstacle to his agenda.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court examines the implications of arbitration agreements for delivery drivers in a pivotal case.
Strategic angle: Attorney Pete Patterson’s latest post on birthright citizenship repeats significant errors and introduces new misconceptions.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court will hear oral argument on Monday in Abouammo v. United States regarding venue expansion in criminal cases.
Strategic angle: A response to the Amar brothers' interpretation of the 14th Amendment regarding citizenship rights.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court seems poised to uphold the federal government's policy on asylum seekers.
Strategic angle: A detailed overview of the ongoing legal battle between Anthropic and the US Department of War regarding artificial intelligence regulations.
Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of birthright citizenship and legal interpretations.
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court is poised to make a significant ruling on Mississippi's mail-in ballot law.
Strategic angle: Live blogging as the court potentially releases opinions in argued cases.
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company for $44 billion.
Strategic angle: Two years ago, Congress passed the 'Reforming Intelligence and Securing America' Act (RISAA) that included nominal reforms to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
Strategic angle: Join us as we live blog the court's hearing on the constitutionality of Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship.
Strategic angle: Flowers Foods v. Brock brings the justices another in a lengthening line of cases about the exemptions from the Federal Arbitration Act.
Strategic angle: Exploring the intersections between the Supreme Court and criminal law.
Strategic angle: A Vatican appeals court has overturned the conviction of Cardinal Angelo Becciu in a significant fraud case.
Strategic angle: An exploration of the Supreme Court of Canada and its comparisons with other supreme courts globally.
Strategic angle: Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily in the form of opinions and oral arguments, to provide insights into the justices’ decision making.
Strategic angle: A conversation on privacy and internet rights featuring EFF's Cindy Cohn and Cory Doctorow.
Strategic angle: Exploring the implications of birthright citizenship through a constitutional lens.
Strategic angle: The inimitable Lyle Denniston, who served as the primary reporter for SCOTUSblog from 2004 until 2016, celebrates his 95th birthday today.
Strategic angle: Recognizing the Worst in Government Transparency
Strategic angle: Live blogging as the court potentially releases opinions in argued cases.
Strategic angle: EFF is filing against the Consumer Product Safety Council to ensure public access to governing laws.
Strategic angle: An analysis of the court’s approach to legislative history in judicial decisions.
Strategic angle: Exploring the complexities of originalism in the context of birthright citizenship at the Supreme Court.
Strategic angle: Rep. Leigh Finke's testimony against HF1434 highlights the implications of internet age-gating.
Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of the Oyez Project on Supreme Court understanding.
Strategic angle: The Trump administration seeks to pause a federal ruling that protects Haitian nationals from deportation.
Strategic angle: An analysis of the implications of President Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship.
Strategic angle: Free speech on university campuses is a perennially hot topic, especially in light of recent protests.
Strategic angle: The government should not assist religious institutions in suppressing inquiries about faith through copyright claims.
MIT Press Publishes EFF Executive Director’s Book As She Prepares to Depart Organization After 25 Years
Strategic angle: The Supreme Court added a technical dispute over federal environmental laws to its docket for the upcoming term.
Strategic angle: In a pivotal case, the Justice Department calls for a modern approach to an age-old legal principle regarding citizenship at birth.
Amidst a severe heat wave, a new technology aims to mitigate lightning strikes and reduce wildfire risks.
Strategic angle: A recent ruling clarifies that terms of service can be modified via email, and user engagement may indicate agreement.
Strategic implications in focus: Exploring the reasoning behind the emergency docket and its implications on constitutional decisions.
Justice Thomas' virtual attendance at a legal conference reignites scrutiny over court security and the unresolved Dobbs leak, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities.
Strategic implications in focus: On this day in 1857, the Supreme Court released its opinion in Dred Scott v.