Category: Courts and the Judiciary

Judge Extends Pause on Trump’s Ban Against CNN, MS NOW and Politico

The New York Times – Business:
The judge overseeing the case said that the pause would extend until next week, and promised to decide whether to further extend it by Tuesday.
Trump Lawyers Cite Executive Privilege to Deny Kennedy Center Records

The New York Times – Music:
The documents were sought by the Democratic lawmaker who is suing to block the closure of the performing arts venue.
Battle Between Disney and the F.C.C. Moves to the Courts

The New York Times – Business:
On Tuesday, a federal judge will begin hearing arguments in Disney’s effort to stop the agency from reviewing its broadcast licenses.
Are Trump’s Official Papers His Personal Property?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The administration argues that presidential papers are like those of Supreme Court justices.
Trump’s Minnesota Surge Threatened Democracy, Judge Warns

The New York Times – On the Runway:
In a rare interview, Patrick Schiltz, who served as the federal court’s chief judge last winter, called the administration’s actions “a grave threat to the rule of law.”
Supreme Court Stands Up to Trump on Mail Voting and a Few Key Issues

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The justices take their time and pick their spots, but they have rejected presidential initiatives on tariffs, citizenship, the National Guard — and now the coming election.
Trump Slams Supreme Court Over Mail-In Voting Ruling

The New York Times – On the Runway:
In a blistering attack on the court, President Trump said “these are not the people I interviewed” to serve as justices.
Why the Courts Struggle to Tame Big Tech

The New York Times – Business:
After finding antitrust violations, federal courts have been reluctant to impose harsh sanctions. They fear meddling in markets where technology is racing ahead.
Judge Once Again Bars Postal Service From Restricting Mail-In Vote

The New York Times – On the Runway:
After reviewing the agency’s final plan to comply with President Trump’s demands, a federal judge barred the Postal Service from imposing new restrictions on mail-in voting.
Judge Says Trump’s Name Should Stay Off Kennedy Center for Now

The New York Times – Music:
After the court forced the removal of the president’s name from the building’s title, the center devised a plan to add an inscription honoring President Trump.
Religious References in Lindsay Clancy Trial Anger Judge and Defense

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The religious reference by a prosecution witness on Monday incensed the presiding judge, who sternly instructed jurors to disregard it. Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer asked for a mistrial.
Supreme Court Again Rejects Trump’s Appeal of $5 Million E. Jean Carroll Payment

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The court declined President Trump’s long-shot request that it reconsider his appeal. He has separately asked the court to overturn a much larger 2024 award.