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politics9 hours ago•4 min saved

DC court speeds up challenge to Trump’s mail-in voting order ahead of 2026 elections

A federal appeals court in the D.C. Circuit expedited the Democratic-led appeal to block President Trump’s order on mail-in voting. The briefing deadlines are tight (opening brief due June 17, responses by June 29, and a reply by July 6) with oral arguments set before Judge Millett, Judge Wilkins, and Judge Katsas. The order remains in effect for now, but the accelerated track comes as the administration pushes ahead with related rules and data ideas—such as USPS ballot-delivery restrictions and a DHS citizenship-verification plan—that could influence who gets ballots in the 2026 midterms, while a separate Massachusetts case also weighs a challenge.

via Democracy Docket|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #election-administration #mail-in-voting

politics1 month ago•7 min saved

Kelly’s Pentagon clash boosts national profile and 2028 bid chatter

A federal appeals court panel signals it will likely reject Pentagon plans to punish Sen. Mark Kelly for advising troops to disobey unlawful orders, keeping the high-profile dispute alive and potentially sending the case to the Supreme Court. The drama has elevated Kelly’s national standing as a Democratic critic of the Trump administration and fueled fundraising (more than $25 million in six months), while fueling speculation he could seriously pursue a 2028 presidential bid.

via Politico|

#2028-presidential-bid #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #mark-kelly

politics2 months ago•176 min saved

Court Keeps White House Ballroom Project Moving Amid Legal Fight

A 2-1 ruling from the DC Circuit Court of Appeals allows work on the White House’s new East Wing ballroom to continue for at least another week (through April 17) while a district judge reviews the legality of moving ahead without explicit Congressional approval. The panel sent the case back to Judge Leon to examine the safety and national-security justifications more closely. Preservation groups argue Congress should weigh in, while the White House contends the upgrades—including security measures—are necessary. The project is roughly 89,000 square feet and is slated for completion in 2028.

via CNN|

#ballroom #congressional-approval #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

DC Circuit Won’t Freeze Anthropic’s Pentagon AI Risk Tag

A three-judge DC Circuit panel declined to pause the government’s designation of Anthropic’s AI as a supply-chain risk, keeping the label in place for DoD contracts despite a California ruling that had temporarily blocked it; the decision underscores ongoing security concerns while litigation proceeds.

via Politico|

#ai #anthropic #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Critical Moment: Ex-DOJ Official Freaks Out Over Trump's Legal Battles and Election Implications"

Former DOJ official Neal Katyal expresses impatience over the delay in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on Donald Trump's claim of immunity in the election subversion case, stating that justice delayed is justice denied and emphasizing the need for speed in determining whether a candidate for office is a felon and an insurrectionist. Other legal experts also criticize the delay and dismiss Trump's claim to immunity as absurd and preposterous.

via Yahoo News|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #doj #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"Delays and Setbacks: Trump's Federal Trial and the Quest for Justice"

The timing of a federal appeals court's opinion on whether Donald Trump, as a former president, is immune from criminal prosecution could significantly impact the possibility of him facing a criminal trial with the risk of jail time in 2024. Delays in the resolution of this question have the potential to benefit Trump, allowing him to drag out his various trials and potentially avoid charges if he wins the 2024 presidential election. The D.C. Circuit's ruling, the potential trial start date, and the influence of the Supreme Court all play crucial roles in determining the timeline and outcome of Trump's legal proceedings.

via POLITICO|

#2024-election #criminal-trial #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump's Presidential Immunity Claims Face Rejection in Appeals Court"

Former President Trump's legal team argued that a president would be immune from prosecution, even if they directed SEAL Team Six to assassinate a political opponent, as long as they had not been impeached and convicted by the Senate. This argument was met with pushback from a three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals and the special counsel's team, who emphasized the need to hold presidents accountable for criminal actions. The debate also referenced Trump's second impeachment trial, where his attorneys argued that there was no need for censure as prosecutors could bring charges for any criminal conduct.

via The Hill|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #impeachment #legal-arguments

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Trump Continues Legal Battle Over Gag Order in Jan. 6 Case

Attorneys for Donald Trump have appealed to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals for a second chance to challenge a limited gag order imposed by Judge Tanya Chutkan in his election subversion case. The attorneys argue that the three-judge panel violated Supreme Court precedent and that there is no evidence of threats or harassment to trial participants. The panel largely upheld the gag order but narrowed it slightly, prompting Trump to pledge an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

via Raw Story|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #election-subversion-case

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Appeals Court Rules Trump Must Face Lawsuits for US Capitol Attack

Former President Donald Trump does not have presidential immunity from civil lawsuits related to the January 6 US Capitol riot, according to a decision by the federal appeals court in Washington, DC. The court ruled that not everything a president does while in office is protected from liability, and when a president acts outside the functions of his office, he can be subject to civil suits like any private citizen. The decision allows three lawsuits against Trump from Capitol police officers and members of Congress seeking recovery from emotional distress and physical injury to proceed.

via CNN|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #lawsuits

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

Trump's First Amendment Limits Tested in High-Stakes Gag Order Hearing

Former President Donald Trump will argue in a high-stakes hearing before the US DC Circuit Court of Appeals that the gag order placed on him in his federal election subversion criminal case is unconstitutional. The gag order restricts Trump's ability to publicly target court personnel, potential witnesses, and special counsel Jack Smith and his staff. Trump's attorneys claim that the gag order violates his First Amendment rights and the rights of the American public to receive and listen to his speech. Legal experts have cast doubt on Trump's argument, stating that limitations on free speech rights may be necessary to ensure a fair trial. This is the second gag order appeal by Trump in recent weeks, and the appeals court has temporarily frozen the order. The panel of judges randomly selected for the appeal includes two judges who have previously ruled against Trump.

via CNN|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #first-amendment

legal2 years ago•1 min saved

"Trump's Legal Battle: Seeking Relief from Gag Orders in Election Interference Cases"

Former President Donald Trump is seeking an emergency stay of the limited gag order imposed by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon in his federal election interference case. The gag order prohibits Trump from publicly targeting special counsel Jack Smith and his staff, as well as certain court personnel. Trump's lawyers argue that the order violates his First Amendment rights and have informed the court that they will seek relief from the U.S. Supreme Court if their request for a pause is denied. Trump is facing charges of attempting to overturn the 2020 election results and has pleaded not guilty.

via ABC News|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #federal-election-interference-case

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Trump Fined and Warned for Violating Gag Order in New York Trial"

US District Judge Tanya Chutkan has temporarily frozen the gag order she issued on Donald Trump in the federal 2020 election subversion case, giving both parties more time to brief her on Trump's request to pause the order while his appeal plays out. The Justice Department has until Wednesday to respond to Trump's request, and Trump will have until the following Saturday to reply. Trump's attorneys have already appealed the gag order to the DC Circuit Court of Appeals.

via CNN|

#2020-election-subversion #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Appeals Court Upholds Obstruction Prosecution, Strengthening Case Against Trump for Jan. 6 Incident"

A federal appeals court has upheld the Justice Department's ability to prosecute January 6 rioters with an obstruction charge, potentially strengthening the case against former President Donald Trump. The ruling allows prosecutors to use the law criminalizing obstructing an official proceeding in their pursuit of justice against those who disrupted the certification of the 2020 presidential election. The decision came in the case of Thomas Robertson, a former police sergeant convicted for his involvement in the Capitol riot. Trump, who is separately charged under the same obstruction law, is scheduled to go to trial in March and is seeking to have the case dismissed.

via CNN|

#capitol-riot #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump

law-and-justice2 years ago•3 min saved

Appeals court narrows sex-trafficking statute, upholds online law

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld key portions of the Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act (FOSTA), a federal law aimed at combating sex trafficking online. The court ruled that FOSTA is not unconstitutionally vague and does not violate free speech rights. However, the court narrowed the interpretation of the law to apply only to those who "aid and abet" prostitution, rather than broadly encompassing conduct that promotes or encourages prostitution. The decision was influenced by a recent Supreme Court ruling and is seen as a signal that the law should not be used to discourage advocacy or activities unrelated to specific acts of prostitution.

via POLITICO|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #first-amendment #fosta

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Trump's bid to block Pence's Jan. 6 testimony denied by appeals court.

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has denied former President Donald Trump's emergency bid to block his former vice president, Mike Pence, from testifying before the grand jury investigating Trump's bid to subvert the 2020 election. The ruling is a victory for special counsel Jack Smith, who subpoenaed Pence in February, prompting separate challenges by both Trump and Pence. While Trump argued that Pence's testimony should be barred or limited by executive privilege, Pence contended that his role presiding over Congress on Jan. 6 entitled him to immunity under the "speech or debate" clause.

via POLITICO|

#dc-circuit-court-of-appeals #donald-trump #grand-jury