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Trump fought the trade law, and Trump won
Neither international nor domestic courts on their own will stop the US president’s destructive tariffsFinancial Times - 7h -
Parade of winter storms slam U.S.
A parade of winter storm systems is burying parts of the Great Plains and Midwest. Meanwhile, heavy rain has flooded parts of Alabama, and a tornado confirmed in Columbia, Mississippi/ NBC News’ ...NBC News - 12h -
Mandy Moore blasts Amazon for delivering a package to her in-laws' burned-down home
Mandy Moore calls out Amazon for delivering a package to the remains of her in-laws' Altadena home, which was destroyed by the Eaton fire. 'Do better.'Los Angeles Times - 14h -
Trump freezes U.S. law banning bribery of foreign officials
Although President Trump can't overturn the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, experts say he can change how it is enforced.CBS News - 14h -
What to Know About the Anti-Bribery Law Trump Is Targeting
Federal prosecutors and securities regulators have gone after large companies for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits them from bribing foreign officials.The New York Times - 1d -
Amazon apologizes to Mandy Moore after package is delivered to ruins of in-laws' California home
Amazon apologized Wednesday after actor Mandy Moore posted in anger that a delivery driver left a package at her in-laws' home, which was destroyed in the Los Angeles-area fires.NBC News - 14h -
Snow slams parts of the U.S.
Snow storms are sweeping through parts of the U.S. CBS News Colorado's Brian Sherrod reports from Denver, and meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest weather forecast.CBS News - 15h -
Trump froze a bribery law that previously hit suppliers for Elon Musk's Tesla
President Trump has told Attorney General Pam Bondi to look at past cases by the DOJ involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.CNBC - 17h -
Trump, Musk ‘violating the law right and left’: Former White House ethics czar
Former White House ethics czar Norm Eisen argued that President Trump and tech billionaire's Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are “violating the law right and left.” CNN's ...The Hill - 21h -
California disclosure law prompting manufacturers to shift away from toxic compounds: Study
Manufacturers have been quietly abandoning the use of toxic ingredients in their products, in response to California's strict chemical disclosure rules, a new study has found. By promoting ...The Hill - 23h -
This obscure law is one reason Trump's agenda keeps losing in court
Lawyers challenging Trump's use of executive power are turning to a familiar weapon in their armory: the Administrative Procedure Act.NBC News - 1d -
Law professor explains what alarms him about Trump's second term so far
The Trump administration is facing over 50 lawsuits on a range of issues. But will the president listen to the court rulings? Samuel Bagenstos, professor of law and public policy at the University ...CBS News - 1d -
Murkowski: 'We are a nation of laws'
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) said Tuesday the United States is a “nation of laws” and President Trump and his administration need to comply with federal court orders halting his executive ...The Hill - 1d -
What International Law Says About Trump’s Proposal to Remove Palestinians From Gaza
Taking over the enclave, forcing Palestinians to leave and preventing them from returning would be clear violations of international law, experts say.The New York Times - 1d -
Top cases brought under the US anti-corruption law now in Trump’s crosshairs
Prosecutors have pursued high-profile cases since Foreign Corrupt Practices Act was introduced in 1977Financial Times - 1d -
Fans bid farewell to Denis Law at United star's funeral
More than 1,000 fans gathered at Old Trafford to pay their respects to the Manchester United legend.BBC News - 1d -
Trump Pauses Enforcement of Foreign Bribery Law
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act makes it illegal for companies that operate in the United States to pay foreign government officials to secure or keep business deals.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump to halt enforcement of law banning bribery of foreign officials
President says move will ‘mean a lot more business for America’Financial Times - 2d -
"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."CBS News - 2d -
My mother did not receive Social Security after my father died. Could a new law change that?
“My mom has always been a school teacher and never paid into Social Security.”MarketWatch - 2d -
These viruses are slamming the U.S. this season
The flu has turned deadly for more than 10,000 people and is on the rise this season. This comes as norovirus cases have also affected many Americans. Pediatrician Dr. Dyan Hes joins CBS News with ...CBS News - 2d -
Barrett's recusal signals hope for rule of law at the Supreme Court
Among Trump’s three appointees, Justice Amy Coney Barrett is probably the likeliest defector.The Hill - 2d -
How a land law sparked Elon Musk's accusations of 'genocide' against his home country
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order cutting U.S. aid to South Africa, following claims he has made about the country discriminating against white farmers.NBC News - 2d -
Cartel leader's son-in-law pleads guilty in violent price-fixing scheme
The indictment and court testimony highlighted beatings, kidnappings and fatal shootings that were part of the conspiracyCBS News - 3d -
U.S. braces for more winter storms
Some parts of the Northeast saw several inches of snow this weekend, and more winter storms are on the way for many areas of the U.S. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.CBS News - 3d -
Changes to law would give police ‘licence to kill’, UK rights groups warn
Review into accountability soon to report as police seek greater protection from prosecution over use of force. Police want changes to the law giving them “a licence to kill”, leading rights groups ...The Guardian - 3d -
Pope Francis reminds armed forces only to act for defense and always respect international laws
Pope Francis has told soldiers, police and other law enforcement officials from around the world that armed force can only be used for legitimate defense and must always respect international lawABC News - 4d -
Delaware Law Has Entered the Culture War
Elon Musk has helped bring an esoteric debate around the Delaware Chancery Court to a national stage. Now Dropbox and Meta are contemplating moving their incorporation away from the state.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump halts aid to South Africa citing new land law
President Trump signed an executive order formally halting all aid to South Africa and urged his Cabinet to come up with a resettlement program for Afrikaners who he claims "are victims of unjust ...The Hill - 4d -
ACLU Warns DOGE’s ‘Unchecked’ Access Could Violate Federal Law
The ACLU says it stands ready to sue for access to government records that detail DOGE’s access to sensitive personnel data.Wired - 5d -
U.S. Hiring Slowed to 143,000 Jobs in January
U.S. employers added 143,000 jobs last month, somewhat fewer than forecast, while unemployment fell to 4 percent and hourly earnings rose.The New York Times - 5d -
Harvard Law’s Innovation Lab Scrambles to Save Government Data
The unit is saving more than 300,000 data sets from Trump’s purges.Inc. - 5d -
The Guardian view on Trump and the international criminal court: following the law of the jungle | Editorial
The US president’s attack on an essential institution speaks volumes about his broader foreign policy. Donald Trump’s vicious assault on the international criminal court is no surprise. His last ...The Guardian - 5d -
Australia introduces tough new laws to combat antisemitism
In a bid to tackle a recent surge in antisemitism, Australia passed a series of tough anti-hate crime laws, including mandatory minimum sentences displaying hate symbols. The laws will impose ...NBC News - 5d -
How Emma Hayes wants to revolutionize U.S. soccer
Emma Hayes, still in just her first year as head coach of the USWNT, is challenging long-held norms in women's soccer and pushing for a game built around female athletes.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
New law in Brazil is making students put away their smartphones at school
Brazilian students returned to class this week with a new task: staying away from their smartphones under a new law restricting the use of devices in schoolsABC News - 6d -
Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their "American Nightmare" trauma to retrain law enforcement
Critics blame antiquated interrogation training for their "American Nightmare." Aaron and Denise (Huskins) Quinn take us through Aaron's own interrogation, revealing traditional interrogation ...CBS News - 6d -
Trump Amplifies Conspiracy Over U.S. Payments to Politico
President Trump spread unfounded claims that the government had paid Politico and other news media outlets for positive coverage of Democrats. Records show agencies paid for subscriptions.The New York Times - 6d -
Why It Is So Difficult to Stop the Flow of Fentanyl Into the U.S.
Stopping fentanyl from entering the United States presents major challenges, raising the question of what Mexico can actually do to meet President Trump’s demands in order to avoid tariffs.The New York Times - Feb. 6