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Judiciary March 12, 2025

Federal judge appointed by Trump quits group over statement on threats

Trump-appointed Judge James Ho said he resigned from the Federal Judges Association over a "merely sanctimonious" statement on judicial threats.

Oregon March 12, 2025

Oregon legislature weighing trio of bills that could result in less oversight for convicted sex offenders

Bills in the Oregon legislature that would ease public safety requirements for convicted sex offenders and downsize the state's backlog for classifying offenders are facing backlash.

Federal Courts March 11, 2025

Trans inmate in prison for killing baby must get gender surgery at 'earliest opportunity': judge

An Indiana judge is mandating sex reassignment surgery for a transgender inmate, extending the ongoing legal challenge to a state law banning the procedure.

Federal Courts March 11, 2025

Who is Judge Amir Ali? The Biden-appointed federal judge at the center of Trump's USAID battle

The federal judge presiding over a challenge to the Trump administration's pause on USAID spending, U.S. District Judge Amir Ali, is a new face on the bench appointed by President Biden.

Federal Courts March 11, 2025

Federal judge orders Trump administration to pay 'unlawfully' restricted USAID funds

U.S. District Court Judge Amir Ali, a Biden appointee, has ordered the Trump administration to pay out $2 billion in foreign aid owed to contractors for completed work.

Rodrigo Duterte March 11, 2025

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrested at airport on ICC warrant for crime against humanity

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport following an order from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Abortion March 10, 2025

Oregon governor declares March 10 'Abortion Provider Appreciation Day': 'Continue to have your back'

Oregon's governor signed a proclamation to declare March 10, "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day," to affirm her administration's commitment to provide access to abortion care in the state.

Virginia March 10, 2025

Abbey Gate terror suspect remains in custody, faces charges connected to deaths of 13 US service members

Suspected Abbey Gate terror plotter Mohammad Sharifullah appeared in federal court on Monday, where the judge ordered he be held pending further hearings.

Donald Trump March 10, 2025

How 'judge shopping' is shaping the legal fights against President Trump's agenda in federal court

"Judge shopping" is a strategy used by both the left and the right to strategically place lawsuits against the federal government with courts perceived to be sympathetic.

Media March 10, 2025

US midwifery student in Scotland fights for free speech rights after her pro-life Facebook post causes a stir

An American midwifery student living in Scotland was temporarily removed from her training with the National Health Service over comments she made on a Facebook forum objecting to abortion.