What some federal judges have said amid Trump's challenges in court

As the Trump administration gets challenged in court over its policies, federal judges have been blunt in their rulings from the bench and on paper.

ABC News - 3d

Trump calls for impeachment of judge in deportation flight case

President Trump on Tuesday called for the impeachment of a federal judge who directed flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to be turned around in what has become a contentious battle with the ...

The Hill - Mar. 18

Pentagon 'cherry picked' studies to support transgender ban, judge says

A judge on Wednesday signaled that she was deeply skeptical that the Pentagon's handling of transgender service members complies with federal law.

ABC News - Mar. 12

Federal judge says extreme heat in Texas prisons is "unconstitutional"

A federal judge has found the extreme heat in Texas prisons that don't have air conditioning is "plainly unconstitutional."

CBS News - 2d

What Makes Your Brand Stand Out?

If your brand is for everyone, who truly connects with it?

Inc. - Mar. 12

What Does Your Company Stand For—And Why?

Where we buy items like toilet paper has become political. Here’s how to respond when your company’s values are under attack.

Inc. - Mar. 19

Judge blocks Iowa law banning books with sex acts from schools

A federal judge on Tuesday put a hold on an Iowa law that says schools cannot carry books that depict sex acts. District Judge Stephen Locher placed a temporary block on the ban, saying there ...

The Hill - 2d

Bolsonaro must stand trial over alleged coup attempt, Brazil’s top court rules

Supreme court judges decide former president should face criminal prosecution alongside seven close allies. Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro will stand trial for allegedly orchestrating a ...

The Guardian - 2d

UK must stand up to 'bully' Trump, says Ed Davey

Lib Dem leader says UK should "hit back with tariffs of our own" and co-ordinate a with the EU and Canada.

BBC News - 6d

Brazil ex-President Bolsonaro will stand trial over an alleged coup plan. Here’s what happens next

A panel of Brazil Supreme Court justices unanimously ruled that former President Jair Bolsonaro and seven of his associates will stand trial on five counts, including attempting to stage a coup ...

ABC News - 2d

Judge blocks Trump administration plan to cut millions for teacher training

Eight states had requested a temporary restraining order, which judge granted saying ‘programs ... will be gutted’ . A federal judge in Boston on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration’s plan to ...

The Guardian - Mar. 12

Judge restores teacher preparation grants axed by Trump administration

A district judge temporarily restored teacher preparation grants that were axed by the Trump administration in February. District Judge Julie Rubin issued an injunction restoring the grants, saying ...

The Hill - Mar. 18

White House calls judge challenging Trump deportation order a ‘Democrat activist’

Press secretary says judge who weighed legality of Trump deportation order ‘does not have that authority’. The White House on Wednesday labeled the federal judge challenging the Trump ...

The Guardian - Mar. 19

California judge facing re-trial for wife's murder says death was accidental

After the case of an Orange County judge charged with murder for fatally shooting his wife ended in a mistrial Monday, Jeffrey Ferguson, the man in the center of the legal battle spoke exclusively ...

NBC News - Mar. 14

Rehired probationary workers can't be placed on administrative leave, judge says

A federal judge told the Trump administration late Monday that fired probationary workers must be returned to their old jobs, not just placed on administrative leave, as many departments have been ...

The Hill - Mar. 18

Bondi says judge has 'no right' to ask flight deportation questions

Attorney General Pam Bondi said the district judge who ordered the Trump administration to return deportation flights over the weekend has “no right” to be asking questions about the specifics. ...

The Hill - Mar. 19

Administration’s Details on Deportation Flights ‘Woefully Insufficient,’ Judge Says

In an angry order, the judge, James E. Boasberg, told the Trump administration to explain why he should not find that officials had violated his instructions for the flights to return to the United ...

The New York Times - Mar. 20

'Nazis got better treatment,' judge says of Trump administration's deportations

The U.S. treated alleged Nazis better during World War II than the Trump administration treated Venezuelan migrants last week, a judge told DOJ attorneys at a hearing.

ABC News - 4d

Judge criticizes Trump admin over deportation of migrants the WH says are violent gang members

A federal judge called Trump administration arguments a “heck of a stretch” in a court hearing late Monday. The Trump administration says it has complied with a court order during its deportation ...

NBC News - Mar. 17

GOP senator says impeachment is ‘not going to happen’ for judge who ruled against Trump

Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah) reacts to President Trump’s calls to impeach a federal judge who ruled against him in a case related to his mass deportation efforts. Curtis says two-thirds of the Senate ...

NBC News - 6d

What to know about Trump's court-defying deportations under Alien Enemies Act

The Trump administration says 261 people were deported to El Salvador on Saturday, 137 of whom were removed under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 over alleged gang ties. The move came despite a ...

CBS News - Mar. 17

Paige Bueckers received a standing ovation in her final UConn home game

What a cool moment at Gampel Pavilion.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

March Madness bracketology: Will Texas make it to the tournament? Here is what experts say

Texas has bounced around on the bubble, but will the Longhorns make the tournament? Here is what experts say Selection Sunday eve.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

The Democrats must make a choice

If they want to fight Trump, they have to know what they stand for

Financial Times - Mar. 17

Judge Maintains Block on Trump Administration’s Deportations Under Wartime Law

Judge James E. Boasberg’s order says that the Venezuelan immigrants should have the opportunity to challenge the accusation by the Trump administration that they are members of a gang.

The New York Times - 4d

Bondi labels Tesla vandalism 'domestic terrorism'

Attorney General Pam Bondi labeled the recent vandalism targeting Tesla dealerships and cars as “domestic terrorism” and added the Department of Justice (DOJ) has already charged “several” alleged ...

The Hill - Mar. 19

Trump to Tesla vandals: 'We are looking for you!!!'

President Trump issued a stark warning to those vandalizing Tesla dealerships across the U.S., threatening extensive jail time. "I look forward to watching the sick terrorist thugs get 20 year jail ...

The Hill - Mar. 21

FBI launches Tesla vandalism task force

The FBI confirmed Monday it has established a task force to investigate the wave of vandalism and arson incidents targeting Tesla in recent weeks. “Director [Kash] Patel has been unequivocally ...

The Hill - 4d

Judge Grants the Government Another Day to Share Details on Deportation Flights

Judge James Boasberg has asked the government to tell him what time two planes took off from U.S. soil and from where, what time they left U.S. airspace and what time they landed in El Salvador.

The New York Times - Mar. 19

NHL playoff watch: What's at stake in all 14 games on Showdown Saturday

Here's what to watch in every matchup. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

ESPN - 6d

Is the Trump conflict with judges a constitutional crisis? What to know

Legal experts warn that the country is sliding toward a constitutional crisis as President Donald Trump openly defies the federal courts.

ABC News - Mar. 21

Will your spouse cheat on you? Here's what the data say.

What are the signs? What type of person is most likely to cheat? What are the most likely scenarios people cheat in? What circumstances increase the likelihood? What are the red flags you should ...

The Hill - Mar. 21

What Is Bluetooth? The History, How It Works, and What's Next

We explain everything you need to know about Bluetooth, the long-standing wireless connectivity standard.

Wired - 6d

Judge blocks Trump from using 18th-century wartime act for deportations

Trump had invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport five Venezuelans, but order halted by judge. Alien Enemies Act: what is it and can Trump use it to deport gang members? Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - Mar. 15

Bondi tells Tesla vandals to 'watch out'

Attorney General Pam Bondi warned Tesla vandals to “watch out” Friday, as the Trump administration seeks to crack down on those targeting Tesla dealerships and cars. Bondi said she has opened an ...

The Hill - Mar. 14