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Crime February 27

Luigi Mangione escapes federal death penalty after federal prosecutors decline to appeal judge's ruling

Luigi Mangione escaped the death penalty after federal prosecutors said they won't appeal judge's ruling in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder case.

Media February 27

Notre Dame students applaud abortion advocate declining leadership appointment but say 'war' continues

Notre Dame students are rallying Friday to defend Catholic identity after an abortion rights advocate stepped down from a leadership role following campus controversy.

Judiciary February 27

5th Circuit clears Texas to enforce drag show law in front of minors, Paxton claims ‘major win’

Appeals court allows Texas to enforce its drag show law near minors, with Attorney General Ken Paxton calling the ruling a “major win."

Opinion February 27

Supreme Court blocks Trump tariffs—but hands him a smarter path forward

Donald Trump faces Supreme Court setback on tariff authority in Learning Services ruling, but strategic use of remaining trade powers could help America.

Federal Courts February 26

Federal prosecutor admits 'extraordinary' timing in Abrego Garcia smuggling case charges

Federal prosecutor defends human smuggling charges against Salvadoran migrant two years after traffic stop amid claims of vindictive prosecution.

Supreme Court February 26

Biden-appointed judge who slapped down Trump deportation policy previously rebuked by SCOTUS

Federal judge defies Supreme Court again, declaring Trump's third-country deportation policy unlawful despite previous high court rebuke and warning.

Media February 26

Pro-abortion Notre Dame professor withdraws from institute role after fierce criticism from bishops, cardinals

Abortion rights advocate Susan Ostermann withdraws from Notre Dame directorship position after facing opposition from at least 19 Catholic bishops and cardinals.

World February 26

Trump admin asks Supreme Court to end temporary protected status for Syrian migrants

In a new filing, the Trump administration is requesting that the Supreme Court intervene so that DHS Secretary Kristi Noem can end TPS for Syrians.

Supreme Court February 26

Supreme Court litigator convicted of tax evasion

A Supreme Court litigator was found guilty this week of tax evasion and related charges stemming from his lifestyle as an ultra-high-stakes poker player.

Donald Trump February 25

Legal experts react to Trump’s SCOTUS clash tariff pivot in fiery SOTU

Trump's State of the Union highlighted his policy priorities such as tariffs and cracking down on violent crime.

Donald Trump February 25

Biden-appointed federal judge rules Trump's 'third country' deportation policy is unconstitutional

The Boston-based federal judge ruled that the Trump administration’s third-country removal policy is unlawful and violates due process protections under the Constitution.