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Dodgers fan wins $11.8M after LAPD projectile blinds him during 2020 World Series celebration
A federal jury awarded Isaac Castellanos $11.8 million after he was blinded in one eye when LAPD officers fired a projectile into a crowd during the Dodgers’ 2020 World Series celebration in downtown Los Angeles; Castellanos argued excessive force and policy violations, and his lawyers have sought to triple the award under California law; the verdict—likely to be appealed—highlights concerns about the use of less-lethal weapons and accountability in crowd-control incidents.
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Judge Orders Public Release of Evidence in Border Patrol Shooting Case
A federal judge in Chicago ordered the public release of most evidence in the October 2025 Border Patrol shooting of Marimar Martinez, including about 40 text messages from the agent who shot her, body-camera footage, emails, FBI reports and 30 days of vehicle images from Flock cameras, with third-party redactions to be applied. The decision comes as prosecutors argued for limited disclosure and Martinez’s lawyers push back against Homeland Security’s portrayal of Martinez as a domestic terrorist, saying transparency is needed to correct misinformation surrounding the case.
Epstein files pulled after victims' identities surfaced
The US Department of Justice removed thousands of Epstein-related documents from its site after victims said unredacted data could identify them; the DOJ blamed technical or human error, has taken down the flagged files, and says it is redacting more content as it continues reviewing requests to protect victims’ privacy.
ICE in Minneapolis Tests Federalism’s Limits
Garrett Epps argues that Trump’s Minneapolis ICE crackdown runs into established anti-commandeering doctrine and the Constitution: federal officials cannot coerce states or localities to enforce federal immigration policy, and funding threats cannot legally force compliance. Courts have largely blocked such coercion, framing it as an overreach of federal power, while the administration pursues aggressive enforcement and protests around ICE actions. The dispute foregrounds a broader federalism debate over immigration policy and civil liberties, with the Supreme Court likely to weigh in eventually.
LA County DA condemns ICE detention of staffer as 'unacceptable'
LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said in an internal email that an employee of his office was 'wrongfully detained' by ICE and later released. Hochman called the incident 'unacceptable' and noted the staffer was not a prosecutor or protester; he urged federal authorities to respect residents' rights. The episode adds to ongoing concerns about ICE raids and potential racial profiling amid lawsuits alleging Fourth Amendment violations.
Court signals support for state bans on trans athletes in girls’ sports
The Supreme Court appears poised to uphold state bans on transgender women and girls competing in female school sports, with a conservative 6-3 majority leaning toward affirming the bans in Idaho and West Virginia and a decision expected in June, potentially narrowing the ruling rather than ruling broadly on transgender rights in sports.
Lawsuit Alleges NY Kids Are Held in Solitary Without Toilets
A lawsuit alleges that New York's Office of Children and Family Services is unlawfully confining children in solitary cells without toilets for extended periods, violating state regulations.
DOJ Continues Review of Over 5 Million Epstein Files
The DOJ is reviewing over 2 million documents related to Epstein, with a deadline of Dec. 19 for their release, involving extensive efforts to redact sensitive victim information and process a large volume of records, including newly identified FBI files.
US DOJ to Review 5.2 Million Pages of Epstein Files Amid Trafficking Cases
The Department of Justice is seeking 400 attorneys to review over 5 million pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, with the process expected to take much of January, amid concerns over resource allocation and delayed disclosures.
Appeals Court Acquits Former Austin Officer Christopher Taylor in 2019 Shooting
An appeals court in Austin has overturned the conviction of police officer Christopher Taylor, who was previously found guilty of deadly conduct in the 2019 shooting of Mauris DeSilva, ruling that the shooting was justified based on the circumstances and evidence presented.
Unsealed Court Order Links DOJ Pressure to Prosecute Abrego Garcia Post-Wrongful Deportation
A court unsealed order suggests the DOJ may have targeted Kilmar Abrego Garcia with criminal charges as retaliation for his successful court challenge against his deportation, with evidence indicating high-level department officials prioritized his prosecution shortly after his legal victory, raising concerns of vindictive and politically motivated prosecution.