Federal Government to Pause Student Loan Payments, Interest for 3 Million Borrowers
In response to court rulings blocking key elements of fed govt’s student loan program, Biden admin will give 3 million borrowers reprieve from monthly payments.
Supreme Court Rules Trump Has Some Immunity in Federal Election Case
Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that presidents enjoy immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts—a win for Trump, who'll likely face easier trial in DC.
Key Takeaways From Supreme Court Rulings That Curb Executive Power
Supreme Court issued rulings to limit the power of the federal government, curbing agencies’ ability to make regulations and take certain enforcement actions.
Supreme Court Overturns ‘Chevron Doctrine,’ Curtailing Federal Government Power
The Supreme Court voted 6–3 to overturn the Chevron deference, a bureaucracy-empowering judicial doctrine that led to explosive growth of U.S. government.
Supreme Court Rules for Jan. 6 Defendant Who Challenged Obstruction Charge
Supreme Court ruled in favor of Jan. 6 defendant Joseph Fischer, former police officer charged under an accounting reform law after four minutes in the capitol.
Supreme Court Temporarily Allows Emergency Abortions in Idaho
The Biden administration had argued the state’s law violated a federal law about ‘patient dumping’ that required stabilizing care for emergency room patients.
DOJ Sues 5 Pro-Life Activists for Repeatedly Obstructing Access to Abortion Clinics
DOJ filed a lawsuit against pro-life advocates, alleging violations under the FACE Act, a law that prevents interfering with women entering abortion clinics.
Supreme Court Limits SEC’s Enforcement Powers
SCOTUS ruled against SEC use of in-house courts, holding defendants who face civil penalties must receive a jury trial under 7th Amendment of Constitution.
Supreme Court Pauses EPA’s ‘Good Neighbor’ Rule That Cracks Down on Smog
Supreme Court voted 5–4 to temporarily put on hold the EPA’s “good neighbor” rule cracking down on states whose industries are said to be contributing to smog.
Supreme Court Rejects Purdue Pharma’s Multibillion-Dollar Opioid Settlement
At issue was whether bankruptcy law permits the drug maker’s restructuring to include legal protections for the family who founded the company.
Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange Reaches Plea Deal to Avoid Further Prison Time
Julian Assange entered agreement with DOJ to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge to avoid extradition to US and walk free in lieu of time served behind bars.
Supreme Court Turns Away COVID-19 Vaccine Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court justices rejected appeals brought over COVID-19 vaccines by Children’s Health Defense, founded by RFK Jr., an candidate running for president.
