Graham's Racial Justice

Trump’s Revenge on Law Firms Seen as Undermining Justice System

The president’s use of government power to punish firms is seen by some legal experts as undercutting a basic tenet: the right to a strong legal defense.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

Photos of S.Korean academic misrepresented as top justice visiting North

Yahoo News - Mar. 13

Mothers demand justice as London case over Brazil dam collapse concludes

Nineteen people died in the Mariana disaster, prompting a claim of up to £36bn claim against the mining firm BHP. With tears in their eyes, mothers of children who died in Brazil’s worst ...

The Guardian - Mar. 13

Justice Department Moves to Dismiss Challenge to Iowa Immigration Law

The law remains blocked for now. It was not immediately clear whether the dismissal request signaled a broader shift on state-level immigration enforcement.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

In Speech to Justice Dept., Trump Airs Grievances Against His Enemies

The president, once the target of federal prosecution, says he wants to combat “weaponization” of the department, even as he uses its powers to punish enemies and reward allies.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

The Eric Adams case may end in a corrupt miscarriage of justice

The strange official corruption case of New York City Mayor Eric Adams is about to draw to an abominable close.

The Hill - Mar. 17

US chief justice rebukes Trump after president’s threat to impeach judges

John Roberts issues rare statement to say attacks on judicial branch of government are not ‘appropriate’

Financial Times - 6d

Trump continues to call for judge's impeachment after chief justice's rebuke

President Donald Trump continued his calls to impeach the judge who put a hold on his deportation flights of noncitizens alleged to be members of the Tren de Aragua gang.

ABC News - 6d

Migrant carers from India's Kerala await justice in UK visa 'scams'

The care workers, who paid thousands of pounds for UK visas, are in deep debt and without work.

BBC News - 6d

Justice Department Moves to Unseal MLK Jr.’s FBI Surveillance Records

The request, which comes on the heels of an executive order by President Trump, represents a sharp reversal for the F.B.I. and the department.

The New York Times - 5d

Justice Department demands judge recuse from Perkins Coie lawsuit

The Trump administration Friday demanded a federal judge step aside from overseeing Perkins Coie’s challenge to President Trump’s executive order targeting the law firm. The new filing claims U.S. ...

The Hill - 3d

Judge rebukes Justice Dept., raises due process questions in deportation case

The court asked the government if "someone is not a member of Tren de Aragua or not a Venezuelan citizen or a U.S. citizen," how do they challenge their removal?

CBS News - 3d

Deadly hit-and-run in New Mexico brings juvenile justice challenges into focus

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Behind the wheel of the stolen car was a 12-year-old boy.

NBC News - 1d

Justices Seem Likely to Uphold Louisiana Map With 2 Majority-Black Districts

A majority of the court appeared skeptical of a challenge to Louisiana’s voting map. The challengers had argued the state impermissibly relied on race to draw its map.

The New York Times - 19h

Veterans cuts spark GOP backlash on Capitol Hill

"We don't need to be reading memos in the paper about 20 percent cut at the VA," Sen. Lindsey Graham said.

Politico - Mar. 6

MSU expert columnist predicts MSU-Oregon game in Big Ten Tournament

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal analyzes this Big Ten Tournament men's basketball matchup between Michigan State and Oregon.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

MSU expert columnist predicts MSU-Bryant game in NCAA Tournament

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal analyzes this NCAA Tournament men's basketball matchup between Michigan State and Bryant

Yahoo Sports - 4d

MSU expert columnist predicts Spartans-Lobos game in NCAA Tournament

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal analyzes this NCAA Tournament men's basketball matchup between Michigan State and New Mexico

Yahoo Sports - 2d

West Virginia governor threatens legal action against NCAA after Mountaineers’ tournament snub

Governor Patrick Morrisey called the decision a 'miscarriage of justice.'

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

"48 Hours" show schedule

True crime. Real justice. To miss it would be a crime.

CBS News - 2d

Palmeiras slam 'absurd' punishment for racism

Palmeiras president Leila Mejdalani Pereira said CONMEBOL's punishment of Cerro Porteno for racial abuse against Palmeiras Under-20 player Luighi was too lenient, criticizing the South American ...

ESPN - Mar. 11

Education Department investigating dozens of universities after DEI warning letter

The Education Department announced Friday it is investigating more than 50 colleges and universities over what it called "racial preferences" in academics or scholarships, a move that comes amid ...

The Hill - Mar. 14

Over 50 universities face federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign

More than 50 universities are being investigated for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs his officials say ...

ABC News - Mar. 14

A majority-Black town starts armed protection group after neo-Nazi rally

The Lincoln Heights Safety and Watch program started shortly after a neo-Nazi group waving swastika flags and shouting racial slurs demonstrated on the edge of this majority-Black community outside ...

NBC News - Mar. 15

Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams addresses online hate after guard Jace Williams reveals death threats

Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams said Friday that he has addressed online hate and harassment with his team after reserve guard Jace Carter revealed he'd been subjected to death threats and racial ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Supreme Court questions race’s role in redistricting in Louisiana map fight

The Supreme Court questioned Monday whether Louisiana’s addition of a second majority-Black congressional district went too far and amounts to an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The case ...

The Hill - 20h

Commentary: Documentary on Washington Post's former publisher reminds us there's one way forward for media

As publisher, Katharine Graham not only helped change the Washington Post from a small, local daily into a paper of international importance but also set the standard of media ownership.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6

Using one-shots, 'Adolescence' effectively portrays a powerful story

Starring Stephen Graham and newcomer Owen Cooper, this series uses one-shots to portray a story about crime, family and self-reflection.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 12

Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball's 74-64 win over Oregon in the Big Ten tournament quarterfinals

Columnist Graham Couch shares his thoughts on MSU's Big Ten tournament performance and win against Oregon on Friday afternoon with three quick takes.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball's 71-63 win over New Mexico to reach the Sweet 16

Columnist Graham Couch gives his thoughts on MSU's performance and win over New Mexico in the second round of the NCAA tournament with 3 quick takes.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Justice Dept. Official Says She Was Fired After Opposing Restoring Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights

Elizabeth G. Oyer, the former pardon attorney, said that she was not told why she was dismissed, but that as events unfolded she feared they might lead to her firing.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

The senator, the priest, the forensic pathologist: the people who brought ex-president Duterte to justice

For years many brave Filipinos have worked tirelessly, in and out of the spotlight, to expose the horrors of the deadly campaign. Facing charges of crimes against humanity and hauled off to The ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

Trump administration briefing: Democrats divided as funding bill passes; president rails against justice department

Democrats dismayed after some help Republicans avert government shutdown; Trump vents about prosecutions while taking DoJ victory lap – key US politics stories from Friday at a glance. The US ...

The Guardian - Mar. 15

Why Michigan football OC Chip Lindsey likes Alabama transfer RB Justice Haynes

The new Michigan football offensive coordinator shared why the Alabama transfer is so special.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Chief justice's rebuke of Trump shows deep concern about attacks on courts: ANALYSIS

John Roberts responded after Trump called for a federal judge to be impeached.

ABC News - 6d

Stop-and-search, fire ants and stinging nettles: doling out justice to illegal miners in Peru’s Amazon

As gold prices soar and with little help from the national government, the Indigenous Wampis are taking action to stop their land from being polluted and plundered. René Amuan Santiago Tí remembers ...

The Guardian - 1d