All articles tagged with #dismissal
USC announced sixth-year guard Chad Baker-Mazara, the Trojans’ leading scorer, has been dismissed from the men's basketball program after an accumulation of issues during a five-game skid. He had been USC’s top scorer (around 18.5 ppg) and a strong shooting threat, but he became less reliable in Big Ten play, and his exit leaves USC facing a tougher path to the NCAA tournament as they bid to salvage the season.
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a motion asking a court to void Steve Bannon’s January 6 conviction, signaling a formal bid to overturn the ruling in this high-profile Capitol attack case.
The DOJ filed an unopposed motion to dismiss the criminal contempt case against Steve Bannon tied to his refusal to testify before the January 6 committee, arguing it serves the interests of justice; Bannon was convicted in 2022, served four months in 2024, and the move comes amid a string of Jan. 6 case dismissals and pardons.
The Justice Department filed an unopposed motion to dismiss its long-running criminal case against Steve Bannon for contempt of Congress related to his refusal to testify before the Jan. 6 committee, saying the dismissal is in the interests of justice. Bannon, convicted in 2022 and having served four months in prison, had sought Supreme Court review, but the government now argues the underlying indictment should be dismissed, with Bannon not opposing the motion; the outcome is largely symbolic since he has already served his time.
A federal judge dismissed the indictment against TikTok streamer Carlitos Ricardo Parias, who was shot by immigration agents during an operation, citing violations of his constitutional rights and procedural failures by the government, including inability to access legal counsel and delayed evidence disclosure. Despite the dismissal, Parias may remain in ICE detention as his immigration case continues.
A federal judge dismissed a civil lawsuit against Maui Police Chief John Pelletier and others, including Diddy Combs, due to lack of prosecution and failure to serve defendants, ending allegations of kidnapping and assault that were never substantiated.
Former Oxfam GB CEO Halima Begum plans to sue the charity for constructive dismissal, claiming she was forced to resign due to a hostile and discriminatory work environment amid allegations of bullying and an independent review of workplace culture.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a motion to dismiss her criminal case against Donald Trump, claiming it is a vindictive and politically motivated prosecution driven by Trump's personal vendetta against her, and arguing that the investigation is tainted by unconstitutional motives.
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively was dismissed after he failed to meet a deadline to amend his claims; the legal battle stemmed from allegations related to their film and personal disputes, but the case was ultimately closed without further action.
Ruby Whitehorn, a senior guard for the No. 8 Tennessee Lady Vols, was dismissed from the team following her second arrest, which included charges of trespassing, burglary, and marijuana possession, as the coach prioritized maintaining the program's standards.
A Michigan judge dismissed felony charges against 15 Republicans involved in a false electors scheme, citing lack of evidence of intent to commit fraud. The case, related to efforts to falsely claim Donald Trump won Michigan in 2020, was seen as a significant political and legal development, with prosecutors considering an appeal and Republicans criticizing the prosecution.
A federal judge dismissed Newsmax's antitrust lawsuit against Fox News for being a 'shotgun' pleading, giving Newsmax six days to refile a clearer complaint. The lawsuit accused Fox News of using its power to block competition, but the case faces hurdles as Newsmax struggles to convert its wide distribution into loyal viewers, while Fox News remains the dominant conservative cable news channel.
Jon Jones had misdemeanor charges dropped after being accused of leaving the scene of an accident in New Mexico, with evidence showing he was not at the scene, leading to the case's dismissal and his vindication.
Kevin Costner has filed to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who alleged she was forced to participate in an unscripted rape scene on the set of 'Horizon.' Costner and his team deny the allegations, asserting that LaBella was satisfied with her experience and that no such scene occurred, calling the accusations false and damaging to his reputation.
Blake Lively's lawsuit against PR specialist Jed Wallace, accused of aiding Justin Baldoni's alleged smear campaign, has been dismissed due to lack of jurisdiction, as Wallace is based in Texas and the case was filed in New York. Lively may need to amend her complaint or pursue the case elsewhere.