Judge blocks federal worker firings ahead of shutdown
A landmark ruling prevents the US government from terminating federal employees without due process, protecting thousands of workers from immediate dismissal during budget crises.
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Georgia Judge Arrested for Drunk Driving
Senior Georgia judge Robert Guy Jr has been suspended from the bench after being arrested for drunk driving and fleeing the scene of an accident in dramatic late-night incident.
Florida judge resigns after victim abuse scandal
A Florida circuit judge has resigned in disgrace after a judicial investigation found he systematically abused his power, mistreating crime victims and witnesses in his courtroom with shocking behaviour that breached judicial conduct rules.
Judge under criminal investigation after suspicious house fire
A prominent South Carolina judge faces criminal investigation after his house was destroyed in a blaze authorities are treating as suspicious, with the probe examining potential financial irregularities.
Biden Judge Denies Trump Delay in Chicago Troop Case
A federal judge appointed by President Biden has denied Donald Trump's request to delay a crucial deadline in the legal battle over military deployment in Chicago, dealing a significant setback to the former president's legal strategy.
SC Judge's Home Destroyed in Explosion
The residence of South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein was levelled by a powerful explosion, prompting an urgent investigation into the cause of the devastating blast.
Judge Faces Misconduct Probe Over Fire Code Allegations
Circuit Judge Diane Goodstein under investigation for reportedly operating a wood-burning stove in her courthouse chambers, potentially violating fire safety regulations.
Judge rejects Trump immunity claim in election case
Federal Judge Tosses Out Trump's Immunity Defence in Election Subversion Case, Setting Stage for Historic Legal Battle
Judge orders release of Trump-era migrant children
A federal judge has delivered a stunning blow to Trump-era immigration policies, ordering the immediate release of migrant children held in detention facilities in a landmark ruling that exposes systemic failures.
Trump deploys National Guard to Chicago, blocked in Portland
President Trump authorises National Guard deployment in Chicago while federal judge blocks similar action in Portland, creating legal and political showdown over domestic military use.
Judge blocks Trump's National Guard deployment to Portland
A US federal judge has halted the Trump administration's controversial plan to deploy National Guard troops to Portland, citing constitutional concerns and potential civil rights violations.
Judge rejects Diddy's defence motions in major court ruling
In a dramatic courtroom confrontation, Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces a major setback as a federal judge rejects multiple defence motions, clearing the path for his high-stakes criminal trial to proceed.
Judge praises Cassie Ventura's bravery in Diddy case
A federal judge has commended singer Cassie Ventura for her bravery after she settled a shocking lawsuit alleging horrific abuse by music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, in a case that has rocked the entertainment industry.
Diddy Sentencing Drama: Judge Reviews Victim Letters
Explosive court developments as federal judge receives emotional victim letters ahead of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sentencing for assault, with prosecution demanding prison time.
Diddy's ex-babysitter freed early from Brooklyn jail
Exclusive details reveal how a former nanny to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' children avoided jail time after a heartfelt plea to a Brooklyn judge, citing her ties to the music mogul's family.
Two Cleveland Police officers sacked for gross misconduct
Two Cleveland Police officers have been dismissed for gross misconduct after a disciplinary panel found them guilty of multiple professional standard breaches, including unauthorised database searches.
Barrister Ben Stokes Disbarred for Professional Misconduct
Prominent barrister Ben Stokes has been disbarred by a disciplinary tribunal for serious professional misconduct, including misleading his chambers and failing to repay a £25,000 loan, ending his legal career.
Nine Metropolitan Police Officers Suspended in Misconduct Probe
Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers suspended amid serious misconduct allegations, raising fresh concerns about standards and accountability in Britain's largest police force.
Trump's Planned Parenthood Medicaid Block Overturned in Boston
A federal judge in Boston has struck down a Trump-era rule that blocked Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, marking a major victory for reproductive healthcare access in the US.
Police officer in affair with boss and drug kingpin avoids hearing
A 25-year-old rookie Metropolitan Police officer, who had an affair with her married boss and later dated a convicted drug kingpin, has avoided a misconduct hearing after resigning from the force.
Trump Allies Demand Impeachment of Biden Judge Lisa Cook
Republican lawmakers are demanding the impeachment of Federal Judge Lisa Cook, a Biden appointee, following a judicial panel's findings of 'serious judicial misconduct' for her failure to disclose controversial political writings during her confirmation p
Hertfordshire Police Officer Sacked for Racist Remarks
A Hertfordshire police constable has been sacked after being found guilty of gross misconduct for making racist and offensive comments about a colleague. The disciplinary panel heard the remarks were recorded without the officer's knowledge.
Police Officer Dismissed Over Victim Relationship
A Hertfordshire constable has been fired for gross misconduct after forming an improper relationship with a domestic abuse victim he was assigned to protect.
Judge Aileen Cannon Faces Intense Scrutiny in Trump Case
US District Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, faces mounting criticism and calls for recusal over her handling of the classified documents case against Donald Trump, with legal experts questioning her impartiality.
Judge blocks Trump rule, ICE releases Boston detainees
Dozens of immigrants in Boston released from ICE custody after a federal judge blocks a controversial Trump-era policy, signalling a major shift in US immigration enforcement.
Judge Rejects Trump's Bid to Cut Harvard Funding
A US federal judge has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to cut federal funding for Harvard, MIT, and Penn, dismissing his claims that the universities failed to protect Jewish students as a 'thinly veiled' attack on free speech.
Magistrate Judge Arrested in Mansfield Court Scandal
Sitting magistrate judge Dezi Freeman faces serious charges after being dramatically arrested at Mansfield Magistrates' Court. The legal community is reeling from the unprecedented events.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Met Officer Sacked for Lying About Cannabis Smell
PC Stuart Hooper was found guilty of gross misconduct after a tribunal ruled he lied about smelling cannabis to justify an unlawful stop of two men in Epping Forest. The officer has been dismissed without notice.
Judge Blocks Mass Deportation of Guatemalan Children
A US federal judge has issued a temporary block on the deportation of unaccompanied Guatemalan minors, citing 'shocking' conditions and potential violation of their legal rights. The ruling challenges the Biden administration's expedited removal procedure
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