Posts tagged "politics"

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

The Art of the Deal cont'd, cont'd

Serious questions about Trump's scheme to get the government to (a) put $1.776 billion into a slush fund under his control, and (b) drop ALL tax claims the IRS has against him, are, I'm happy to re...

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

No Pseudonymity in Lawsuit by Inmate Who Claims Detectives Endangered Him by …

actions signaling that he might have sent law enforcement information about another inmate.

Jun 01, 2026 from The Jaxson

The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Reveals 2026 11 to Save List

The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation has announced its 2026 “11 to Save” list, recognizing 11 endangered historic sites across the state in need of advocacy and preservation. -

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

What If You Start Calling Yourself Jane Smith, and Sue as Jane Smith, Instead of Asking to Sue Under a Pseudonym?

Suing under a pseudonym can often be quite valuable to a plaintiff; for instance, someone suing over alleged mistreatment by… The post What If You Start Calling Yourself Jane Smith, and Sue as Jane...

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Conviction for Antifa Conspiracy to Riot Upheld, Despite Claim of Mental Disorder

"This is sociopolitical behavior," the trial court held, "not the behavior one would engage in when he [has PTSD]."

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Today in Supreme Court History: June 1, 1925

6/1/1925: Pierce v. Society of Sisters is decided. The post Today in Supreme Court History: June 1, 1925 appeared first on Reason.com.

Jun 01, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Open Thread

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May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

"Ukraine Turns Real-Life Kills into Video Game Thrills for Drone Pilots"

"Kyiv says the Army of Drones Bonus system, in which points may be redeemed for weapons, is the first of its kind anywhere."

May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Forum on "Emerging Applications of the Congressional Review Act"

A discussion on the legal background and implications of using the Congressional Review Act to rescind the waiver of California vehicle standards.

May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Alexis Wilkins, FBI Director's Kash Patel's Girlfriend, Sues MS Now for Defamation

From the Complaint in Wilkins v. Versant Media Group. Inc. (M.D. Tenn.), filed Friday: This defamation lawsuit is about MS… The post Alexis Wilkins, FBI Director's Kash Patel's Girlfriend, Sues MS ...

May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Today in Supreme Court History: May 31, 1860

5/31/1860: Justice Peter Daniel's death. The post Today in Supreme Court History: May 31, 1860 appeared first on Reason.com.

May 31, 2026 from Stranger Than Usual

Flutter Web: Schlechte Idee

Warum ich Flutter für eine furchbare Idee halte, wenn damit Webapps gebaut werden.

May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Open Thread

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May 31, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

A Private Reprimand From The Fifth Circuit With Dissents To Make It Public

How could it be that not a single member of the 11th Circuit Judicial Council thought to make Judge Betsy's reprimand public?

May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Trump Administration Will Appeal Ruling Requiring Tariff Refunds

They claim the injunction requiring refunds cannot be universal, and can only apply to those businesses who filed lawsuits seeking recovery.

May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Libel Suit by "King of Vape" Against N.Y. Post, Over Allegations of Misconduct and Anti-Israel Actions, Thrown Out

"Plaintiff's allegations in [an earlier] complaint let the cat out of the bag that he is a public figure. He cannot put the cat back into the bag in the hope of keeping his case alive."

May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

The Satanic Temple Loses Libel Suit Against Newsweek Over "Accounts of Sexual Abuse Being Covered up" Allegation

From Thursday's decision in The Satanic Temple, Inc. v. Newsweek Digital LLC, written by Judge Alison Nathan and joined by… The post The Satanic Temple Loses Libel Suit Against Newsweek Over "Accou...

May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Today in Supreme Court History: May 30, 1865

5/30/1865: Justice John Catron dies.   The post Today in Supreme Court History: May 30, 1865 appeared first on Reason.com.

May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

Open Thread

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May 30, 2026 from The Volokh Conspiracy

DOJ Moves To Disqualify Judge Ross In Election Interference Case

The Eleventh Circuit's decision to identify a conflict of interest, but not identify the conflicted judge, leaves litigants guessing.