The US federal government has entered a partial shutdown after Democratic lawmakers refused to support a Republican spending bill, leaving critical services in limbo and hundreds of thousands of workers facing furlough.
A federal judge delivers a crushing blow to Trump's controversial immigration proposal, ruling mass Gaza deportations violate constitutional rights in landmark decision.
America faces imminent government shutdown as political deadlock over funding intensifies. Critical services at risk as Trump administration takes hardline stance in budget negotiations.
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
A US federal judge in Texas has issued a groundbreaking order requiring lawyers to certify they did not use AI programmes like ChatGPT to draft filings without human oversight. The move aims to combat 'hallucinated' fake cases and protect legal integrity.
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent is in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Chicago's West Side. Federal authorities are investigating the brazen daylight attack.
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.
The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
A federal judge halts Trump's attempt to use a 1798 law to summarily deport migrants, in a major legal blow to his administration's immigration agenda.
A Native Title body faces an unprecedented loss of ancestral lands after a Federal Court ruling dismissed its claim over a vast 3,500-plot territory, sparking outrage and a fierce vow to appeal.
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
Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil
A US federal court has halted a controversial deal between Donald Trump's company and Venezuela's state-owned oil giant, PDVSA, dealing a significant legal and political blow to the former president.
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.
An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.
In a fiery campaign speech, Donald Trump pledges to send federal forces into Democrat-run cities like Chicago and Detroit to combat soaring crime rates, labelling them 'cesspools of violence'.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, a historic appointee, announces her resignation effective July 15th. Her departure follows a contentious tenure marked by political attacks from Trump allies and unsubstantiated fraud allegations.
A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to withhold critical disaster prevention grants, marking a significant legal setback.
A Canadian court has dismissed the sexual assault case against five hockey players, citing insufficient evidence. The ruling has sparked mixed reactions across the sports community.
A South Korean court has ruled in favour of a victim of a 1964 sexual assault, ordering the government to pay compensation in a landmark case.
Australia could be held legally accountable for its fossil fuel policies after a groundbreaking climate ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Experts warn of potential lawsuits if the country fails to align with global climate commitments.
A landmark ruling by the International Court of Justice could force Australia and other top carbon emitters to pay climate reparations, reshaping global environmental accountability.
A US federal court has struck down Donald Trump’s attempt to ban birthright citizenship, declaring it unconstitutional. The ruling reaffirms the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship to all born on US soil.
A US appeals court has dismissed Donald Trump's legal challenge to birthright citizenship, reaffirming the constitutional right to citizenship for children born on American soil. The ruling has significant implications for US immigration policy.
The US Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Kilmar Abrego-Garcia, a Mexican national, in a pivotal immigration case that could reshape deportation policies. The decision highlights judicial scrutiny over procedural fairness.