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'.
A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.
California Governor Gavin Newsom announces a major shift in homeless policy, siding with cities against a Supreme Court ruling to accelerate the clearing of encampments in Los Angeles and beyond.
A Canadian teacher who was dismissed for wearing blackface as a Halloween costume has been controversially reinstated by an arbitrator, sparking a fierce debate on racism, accountability, and education.
A landmark High Court ruling has thwarted the Home Office's controversial plan to use a four-star Essex hotel for asylum accommodation, siding with local council and residents. The decision sets a significant precedent for nationwide asylum housing disput
A federal judge appointed by Bill Clinton has rejected Donald Trump's latest attempt to force the release of sealed documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, dismissing the motion as a 'diversion'. The ruling deals another blow to the former presiden
A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.
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.
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry accuses Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of damaging bilateral relations with Israel through 'one-sided' rhetoric and misrepresenting ICJ rulings, in an extraordinary diplomatic rebuke.
The UK's advertising regulator has banned a Sanex shower gel commercial, ruling its portrayal of black skin as a 'problem' to be solved is harmful and perpetuates negative stereotypes. The ASA's landmark decision marks a significant step in combating raci
Exclusive: A damning legal ruling on the Epping Forest Hotel has left Government ministers in a constitutional crisis, trapped between judicial orders and furious local opposition. Andrew Tettenborn analyses the fallout.
A landmark ruling by the Oregon Supreme Court has blocked a tech CEO from using massive amounts of public drinking water for his mansion's extravagant amenities, setting a crucial precedent for water rights during droughts.
A High Court judge has mandated the immediate closure of an Essex asylum accommodation following far-right demonstrations that raised serious public safety concerns. The ruling highlights growing tensions over migrant housing policies.