Trump’s anti-DEI orders can be enforced as appeals court lifts block while suits play out
WASHINGTON – The Court of Appeals on Friday unblocked an executive order seeking to end government assistance Diversity, Equity and Inclusive ProgramHe handed the Trump administration a victory after a series of set-ups defending agenda from President Donald Trump's dozens of lawsuits. With a decision from the three judge panel, the order can be enacted […]
Appeals court reinstates portions of Trump’s DEI orders
The federal court of appeals restored some of President Trump's executive orders on Friday, targeting the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs blocked by lower courts. Three unanimous judge panels At the Fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, the administration held that it was likely to succeed in its February appeal, but two judges appointed […]
Oregon appeals court unanimously rules in favor of gun control law called ‘disastrous’ by gun rights advocates
That's what gun rights advocates do Condemnation The Oregon Court of Appeals' ruling upheld the constitutionality of gun control laws narrowly approved by voters. The Oregon Court of Appeals announced its unanimous decision on measurement 114 on Tuesday, overturning the decision by an Eastern Oregon judge. “Major 114 has turned millions of Oregonians into criminals.” […]
Appeals court allows Trump to fire head of federal watchdog agency
A federal court of appeals on Wednesday allowed President Trump to proceed with the firing of the head of the federal watchdog agency. The DC Circuit Court of Appeals granted the Trump administration's request to lift a lower court injunction that prohibits the president from eliminating Hampton Dillinger as head of the Special Adviser Bureau. […]
Appeals court temporarily greenlights Trump’s firing of whistleblower office head
The federal appeals court agreed on Wednesday to greenlight the shooting of U.S. special adviser Hampton Dillinger until the court resolves legal challenges. Orders from The DC Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily lifted the judge's decision that found Dellinger's dismissal was illegal and sent him back to the post as head of the office responsible […]
Apple Appeals UK Demand for Encryption Backdoor to Spy on Users Worldwide
Apple has filed an appeal with the UK Court of Investigation to overturn a secret government order that requires the creation of a high-tech giant to create a backdoor to spy on encrypted user data. Ars Technica Report Apple is challenging a classified technical competency notice issued by the UK Home Office under the Investigation […]
Appeals court upholds ruling blocking Arizona’s proof of citizenship provisions
The federal court of appeals upheld an earlier ruling that blocked evidence of Arizona's citizenship clause for voter registration. The ruling came from 9th The Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision that blocked the 2022 law signed by the then GOV. Doug Ducey (R). The court said it ruled that the law […]
LA Fire Chief Kristin Crowley appeals Karen Bass firing after California wildfires
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Christine Crowley began the appeal process following Mayor Karen Bass' decision to fire him a week ago. Her appeal came after Bass' decision attracted criticism from city councillors and the public, saying that it was “misinuating the facts.” Crawley announced his appeal to city council members Thursday. “I choose to […]
Fired L.A. Fire Chief Kristin Crowley Fights Back; Appeals to City Council
Former Los Angeles Fire Department member Christine Crowley has challenged Mayor Karen Bass' fire and has appealed directly to the city council to bring her back. Pasadena Star News It has been reported: The difficult battle now moves to city council, and Crowley needs support from 10 of at least 15 councillors to be revived. […]
Kristin Crowley appeals LA mayor’s decision to terminate her as LAFD chief
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Christine Crowley began the appeal process following Mayor Karen Bass' decision to fire him a week ago. Her appeal decision comes after Bass' decision attracted criticism for councillors and what they say is “misinuating the facts.” Crawley announced his appeal to city council members Thursday. “I choose to proceed with […]