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Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce

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

Court blocks Trump's Venezuela oil deal

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.

Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims

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

Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal

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.

Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy

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.

Kmart Australia Sued Over Modern Slavery Act Breaches

Australian retail giant Kmart is being taken to federal court by the regulator, accused of failing to adequately investigate and address modern slavery risks within its sprawling global supply chain, in a landmark legal test of the country's 2018 legislat

Lehrmann Appeals to High Court in Higgins Defamation Case

Bruce Lehrmann's barrister, Matthew Richardson SC, seeks special leave to appeal to the High Court, challenging the Federal Court's ruling on the controversial Channel Ten interview with Brittany Higgins. The appeal argues significant legal errors in the

Musk Must Face $500m Twitter Severance Lawsuit, Judge Rules

A US federal judge rules that Elon Musk must confront a lawsuit alleging he refused to pay at least $500 million in severance to thousands of Twitter employees he dismissed after his $44 billion acquisition. The case advances as the court finds credible c

Man arrested after climbing roof of London courthouse

A major security alert was triggered in North West London after a man was seen climbing the roof of Willesden Magistrates' Court. Discover the full story of the dramatic incident and the police response.

Lehrmann's Defamation Appeal Dismissed, Must Pay Costs

In a decisive ruling, Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson has been dismissed, cementing his status as a high-profile loser and ordering him to pay the network's legal costs. The Federal Court's judgment marks a critical juncture

Federal Court Blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments School Law

A US federal court has temporarily blocked Louisiana's controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, citing 'significant Establishment Clause concerns' and potential violation of the First Amendment.

Trump-Appointed Fed Governor Lisa Cook Resigns

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.

Court Rejects Meta's Bid to Dismiss FTC Antitrust Case

A US federal judge delivers a significant setback to Meta, allowing the FTC's landmark antitrust lawsuit to proceed. The case challenges the tech giant's alleged monopolisation of the virtual reality market.

Russia hacks US federal court system

Russian hackers reportedly breached the US federal court system, raising alarms over national security and sensitive data exposure.

Court rules Trump must comply with subpoena

A US federal court has ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot ignore a congressional subpoena, marking a significant legal setback in his ongoing battles with investigators.

Torres Strait climate case dismissed by court

A groundbreaking climate lawsuit brought by Torres Strait Islanders has been dismissed by Australia's Federal Court, dealing a blow to Indigenous communities fighting for climate justice.

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