Federal Judge Halts RFK Jr.'s Anti-Vaccine Campaign
A federal judge halted RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine campaign, delivering a legal setback to his public-health advocacy and potentially shaping ongoing debates over vaccine misinformation.
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Judge halts Kennedy-backed vaccine policy overhaul, blocks new childhood schedule
A federal judge blocked parts of RFK Jr.'s push to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule, halting a memo that would reduce the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11 and pausing 13 newly appointed ACIP members and their votes. The judge ruled the changes bypassed the committee's evidence-based process and violated federal law, delaying the policy shift while the case proceeds. Medical groups and the American Academy of Pediatrics praised the decision, while HHS signaled it will seek to overturn the ruling.
Federal Judge Extends Refugee Protections for Minnesota Residents
A federal judge extended an order shielding Minnesota refugees from arrest and deportation, as protesters gathered near the Bishop Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis.
Judge Allows Trump White House East Wing Renovation to Proceed for Now
A federal judge ruled that the White House East Wing renovation can continue for now, finding the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s challenge insufficient to show the President lacked authority or that Congressional authorization was required or that federal agency action was involved. The judge noted the trust could amend its complaint to test statutory authority, and emphasized the executive residence is likely not an agency under the Administrative Procedures Act.
Court blocks end of Haitian TPS, granting 350,000 a last-minute reprieve
A federal judge halted the DHS plan to terminate Temporary Protected Status for about 350,000 Haitians, delaying the lapse and preserving their status and work permits while litigation continues. Judge Ana Reyes ruled the move was arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedures Act and criticized remarks she deemed evidence of racial animus by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (and referenced Trump). DHS signaled it may seek Supreme Court review of the decision.
Court Allows Vineyard Wind to Resume Construction After Halt
A federal judge granted a stay on the December stop-work order, allowing Vineyard Wind to resume construction because the government failed to justify the halt as necessary for national security related to operation rather than construction. The project is about 95% complete, with 44 turbines already producing power and 18 more to finish, and a critical installation vessel contract expiring at the end of March that ties into financing and utility contracts calling for full operation by then. The decision follows similar rulings for other offshore wind projects and leaves open further review by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.
Judge questions authority to build White House ballroom
A federal judge pressed Justice Department lawyers to cite the legal authority for the Trump administration’s plan to demolish the White House East Wing and build a $400 million ballroom, as historic-preservation groups sue for oversight. The hearing raises whether Congress must authorize such a project, even as the administration cites funding and Interior Department gifts; design reviews by two federal commissions continue and construction remains planned for spring, with potential appeals to higher courts.
Judge dismisses Louisville police reform consent decree
A federal judge in Kentucky dismissed Louisville’s proposed police reform settlement with the US Department of Justice after the department withdrew support, emphasizing that local leadership should oversee police compliance, despite ongoing reforms and past incidents involving police misconduct.
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Federal and State Courts Restore Mental Health Funding for Schools
A federal judge has ruled in favor of a lawsuit filed by New Mexico and 15 other states to restore mental health funding, emphasizing the importance of mental health services.
White House Ballroom Construction Approved for Completion by 2028
A federal judge indicated he might allow the Trump administration to proceed with its controversial White House ballroom addition, giving the White House two weeks to submit detailed plans amid ongoing legal and security concerns, including lawsuits and questions about compliance with historic preservation laws.
Supreme Court Temporarily Extends SNAP Benefits Hold Amid Legal Disputes
The Supreme Court extended a temporary pause on a federal judge's order requiring the Trump administration to pay full SNAP benefits for November, allowing Congress time to pass a funding bill to reopen the government and fund the program, with the current stay extended until Thursday night.
Judge Permanently Bans Trump from Deploying National Guard to Portland
A federal judge in Oregon blocked Trump from deploying the National Guard to Portland, ruling there was no evidence of widespread violence justifying federal intervention, marking a legal victory for protesters and local authorities.
Federal Judge Criticizes Immigration Agents' Use of Force in Chicago
A federal judge in Chicago extended restrictions on ICE and Border Patrol agents' use of force during immigration enforcement, citing credible evidence that contradicts government claims of violence and highlighting instances of excessive force against protesters and journalists. The judge criticized the government for dishonesty and emphasized the importance of protecting First Amendment rights.
Judge criticizes DOJ over evidence handling in Comey case
A federal judge warned the Justice Department about potential mishandling of evidence in the case against former FBI Director James Comey, emphasizing concerns over how evidence collected years ago is being reviewed and the possibility of constitutional rights violations. The judge urged the department to provide detailed information to the defense, highlighting the case's complexity and the risk of politicization.
SNAP Benefits Uncertain Amid Federal Shutdown and Legal Deadlines
The Trump administration faces a Monday deadline to comply with a court order to disburse SNAP benefits amid a government shutdown, with ongoing legal battles and concerns over millions of Americans' access to food assistance.