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California's Bold Move to Protect Kids from Social Media

September 10, 2025

A recent ruling by a federal appeals court has largely supported a California law aimed at safeguarding children from potentially harmful social media practices. The law, which requires parental consent for children to access so-called "addictive feeds, " was challenged by a tech industry group, Net

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Faith and Schools: Trump's Big Talk on Religious Freedom

September 6, 2025

President Donald Trump is set to address a significant gathering at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D. C. The event is part of the second meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission. This group was formed by Trump earlier this year through an executive order. Its goal is to protect the right

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A Legal Eagle's Run-In with a Pierogi Vendor

August 1, 2025

Alan Dershowitz, a well-known lawyer, found himself in a bit of a pickle at a farmer's market. He went to buy some pierogi, but the vendor refused to sell to him. Why? Because the vendor didn't like Dershowitz's political views. Dershowitz, who has represented some big names, thinks the vendor didn

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Campaign Finance Rules Face Supreme Court Scrutiny

June 30, 2025

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could reshape campaign finance rules. Republicans are pushing to remove limits on how much party committees can spend in coordination with candidates. This isn't new; the Court has been chipping away at campaign finance restrictions for years, especially si

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Harvard's Fight for International Students: A Legal Battle

May 29, 2025

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The government wants to stop the school from enrolling international students. This is a big deal because Harvard has a lot of students from other countries. The government said Harvard had 30 days to explain why it should keep its certification to enroll these

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Public Radio Fights Back

May 27, 2025

A significant legal battle unfolded when several public radio stations, including three from Colorado, took a stand against the Trump administration. They filed a lawsuit in federal court, challenging an executive order aimed at cutting off federal funds to NPR and PBS. The order, issued in early Ma

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When Politics Targets Lawyers

May 24, 2025

A federal judge in Washington, DC, recently made a big call. He ruled that a certain executive order was not okay. This order, signed by the then-President, was aimed at a law firm called Jenner & Block. The judge said it went against the First Amendment, which is all about free speech. This is not

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Maine's Lawmaker: Free Speech or Bullying?

May 21, 2025

A recent Supreme Court decision has stirred up a debate about free speech and representation. The court's ruling involves a Maine lawmaker, Laurel Libby, who faced punishment for posting a picture of a transgender high school athlete on social media. Libby's actions were meant to protest against tra

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The New Face of Religious Freedom in America

May 20, 2025

The political landscape of America is shifting. The country has seen a significant push to blend religion and politics. This has sparked both praise and concern among different groups. At the heart of this shift is the creation of several faith-related offices. These offices are designed to promote

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A Scholar's Fight for Freedom: The Unjust Detention of a Voice for Palestine

May 15, 2025

The detention of a Georgetown University postdoctoral scholar, Badar Khan Suri, has sparked significant controversy. This scholar, known for his outspoken support for Palestine, was arrested in March and faced deportation under the Trump administration. His detention was deemed unlawful by a federal