The US Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against Pennsylvania landlord Venkatchalam Mani for allegedly sexually harassing a female tenant and retaliating by ignoring repair requests, resulting in a dangerous furnace fire.
US President Donald Trump is imposing new tariffs, claiming to combat forced labor, but critics argue this is a pretext to continue his trade wars, violating international agreements and federal law. The tariffs target the EU and Canada, while largely sparing China, and ignore forced labor issues within the US.
Canada is implementing ten significant federal laws and rule changes starting August 2026, impacting student grants, private college eligibility, foreign influence registration, military justice, real-time payments, cosmetic labeling, tobacco warnings, and pet-food import certifications.
Independent MP Kate Chaney is pushing to amend federal laws that currently criminalize telehealth for voluntary assisted dying (VAD) consultations, despite most states allowing VAD. The Labor national conference voted to repeal the law, but PM Anthony Albanese has expressed concerns about safeguards. Medical and legal bodies support the change, citing patient suffering and delays in care, while some religious leaders oppose it. Chaney's bill is set for debate on August 11.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Denver Public Schools and Bethel School District (WA) for allegedly violating federal law by not allowing parental opt-out on sex-related topics, citing a same-sex kissing exercise and a Pride month testosterone display.
The Trump administration has sued five states and Philadelphia over laws requiring ICE officers to wear identifiers and prohibiting masks during raids, arguing it endangers officers. However, the facial recognition tools cited by the DOJ, like ICESpy, are largely ineffective and unpopular, according to their creators and usage logs.
A family highlights the suffering caused by Australia's federal law banning doctors from discussing voluntary assisted dying (VAD) via telehealth, forcing patients like Jason Smith to travel extensively, while the Catholic Church opposes VAD and runs hospitals that deny such services.
The National Capital Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for Donald Trump's proposed 250ft arch in Washington D.C., but deferred a decision on whether it must comply with federal building height limits. The project faces public opposition and concerns about its scale and location near Arlington National Cemetery.
Several DeSoto County residents, including Supervisor Robert Foster, have filed a federal lawsuit challenging new state legislation creating majority-Black subdistricts for judicial elections. They argue this violates the Voting Rights Act by denying voters the right to choose judges based on race.
15-year-old Lulu Gribbin, who lost a hand and part of a leg in a 2024 Florida shark attack, inspired "Lulu's Law," signed by President Trump. The federal legislation mandates emergency mobile alerts for shark attacks, empowering states to warn beachgoers about nearby incidents.
Former President Donald Trump bought $1M-$5M in Axon stock on Feb. 10, weeks before ICE sought a $220M contract for Tasers and training, which experts say appeared tailored to Axon's products. The timing raises conflict of interest concerns, though no direct involvement is proven.
The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that Mississippi can count absentee ballots received after Election Day if they are postmarked by the deadline. The decision, authored by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, rejects a Republican challenge and is seen as a setback for GOP efforts to restrict mail-in voting.
ICE agents visited Paigelynne Gonyea at her workplace in Syracuse, NY, to discuss an Instagram post identifying the agent involved in the fatal shooting of Renée Nicole Good. Gonyea claims the agents pressured her to sign a document stating she violated federal law by "doxxing" the agent, whose name she says was already publicly reported.
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to shield Monsanto (now Bayer) from liability in a lawsuit claiming its Roundup weed killer caused cancer, affirming that federal law preempts state-level failure-to-warn claims regarding pesticide labels. The decision impacts thousands of similar lawsuits.
President Trump unexpectedly canceled a housing bill signing, delaying a temporary ban on a Fed-issued digital dollar. He conditioned his signature on Congress passing the SAVE America Act, an elections bill requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship, frustrating lawmakers.
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to shield Monsanto (now Bayer) from liability in state-level lawsuits claiming its Roundup weed killer caused cancer, citing federal preemption under FIFRA. The decision, a victory for Bayer, clarifies pesticide labeling authority, though dissenting justices argued it leaves plaintiffs without remedy.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the government can prevent asylum seekers from physically entering the country, thereby denying them the ability to apply for asylum. This decision allows the Trump administration to revive a policy previously blocked by lower courts.
The US Supreme Court, in a 6-3 ruling, denied a Rastafarian man's lawsuit against Louisiana prison officials. The man claimed his religious beliefs were violated when guards shaved his hair, but the court ruled he could not sue for monetary damages under RLUIPA.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that a Louisiana prisoner cannot sue prison guards for money damages after they forcibly shaved his dreadlocks, citing the Spending Clause of the Constitution. The majority held that laws passed under this clause function as contracts, and individual suits require the agreement of the sued parties.
A labor judge ruled Amazon violated federal law by refusing to recognize a Teamsters union at a San Francisco delivery center, but Amazon plans to appeal to an NLRB board potentially dominated by Trump appointees.
A lawsuit filed by Presidio, Texas, against the Department of Homeland Security claims Trump administration border wall construction could cause devastating flooding by compromising an existing levee. The suit argues the administration is altering federal flood-control works without proper permission.
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia is offering guided tactile tours in its "Signers' Hall" gallery, allowing blind and low vision visitors to experience life-size statues of the U.S. Constitution's signers through touch. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility beyond basic ADA requirements, with guides providing detailed descriptions and historical context.
Todd Lyons, former acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has been hired by defense contractor Navigators Security and Defense. He will focus on U.S. homeland defense strategy, interagency operations, and international security.
Big Tech's push for federal AI preemption legislation is complicated by a child safety bill (KOSA). Reports suggest the White House may back Sen. Blackburn's version, bypassing House Republicans and sparking confusion among stakeholders about which child safety provisions will be included.
