In the Courts
TERM 2
May 2026 · 16 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
The Trump administration created a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate individuals it characterizes as victims of alleged government 'weaponization,' including those convicted or charged in connection with January 6, 2021. Two Capitol Police officers who defended the building filed a lawsuit to block the fund, arguing it improperly redirects federal resources to insurrectionists and their sympathizers. The fund represents an unprecedented effort to retroactively compensate individuals for criminal convictions related to the Capitol riot.
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TERM 2
January 2025 · 24 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
The US State Department cancelled tourist visas for more than half of the board members of Costa Rica's leading newspaper La Nación, which has been critical of Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves, a Trump ally. The newspaper characterized the action as an indirect attack on press freedom. The cancellations affect foreign nationals and limit international press criticism of Trump-aligned leaders.
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TERM 2
April 2026 · 30 days ago
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A federal judge refused to block Trump's executive order creating a national voter eligibility list and restricting mail voting access. The decision allows the administration to proceed with policies that could reshape voting procedures nationwide. The ruling directly affects millions of Americans' ability to vote by mail and eligibility verification standards.
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TERM 2
April 2026 · 31 days ago
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President Trump signed an executive order restricting mail-in voting and directing the creation of a federal eligible voter list. Voting rights groups filed legal challenges arguing the president lacks constitutional authority to impose such voting restrictions. The order directly affects millions of Americans' access to mail ballots and could alter voting procedures across states.
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January 20 2025 · 33 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
The Supreme Court summarily reversed a lower court decision that found Texas' new congressional map likely constituted an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The ruling cements a GOP-drawn congressional map targeting five Democratic-held House seats in Texas. The decision effectively eliminates legal challenges to the redistricting plan.
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TERM 2
April 2026 · 36 days ago
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President Trump issued executive orders targeting major law firms that represented his political opponents, claiming retaliation against firms for their legal representation of his adversaries. A federal appeals court panel scrutinized whether these orders exceed presidential authority and constitute unlawful retaliation. The actions threaten attorney-client privilege, access to counsel, and the independence of the legal profession.
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TERM 2
January 20 2025 · 45 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
Trump has issued more than 1,800 pardons since returning to office, including to financial fraudsters, drug kingpins, and January 6 insurrectionists. The pardons reportedly include promises of mass pardons to administration officials. Legal experts argue this misuse of presidential pardon power exceeds constitutional intent and warrants Supreme Court intervention.
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TERM 2
January 2025 · 49 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
President Trump signed an executive order limiting the Postal Service's ability to send mail ballots, restricting distribution only to voters deemed eligible by the administration. The order has been challenged as unconstitutional and would significantly impact mail-in voting access across the country. This directly affects millions of Americans' ability to vote by mail.
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March 31 2026 · 60 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
Executive Order 14399 requires citizenship verification procedures for federal election participation. The order implements new documentation and authentication requirements at polling locations and for voter registration. It directly impacts voter access and election administration across all states.
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TERM 2
February 6 2026 · 113 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
Executive Order 14385 signed on February 6, 2026 establishes enhanced security measures targeting criminal actors and public safety threats. The order expands law enforcement powers and surveillance capabilities to address national security concerns. It directly impacts Americans through increased police authority and potential surveillance of citizens.