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Federal judge vacates HHS gender-identity provisions in Biden-era health rule
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A federal judge has struck down portions of a Biden-era regulation interpreting federal health care nondiscrimination law to cover gender identity, siding with Tennessee and 14 other states that sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Kenyan senator seeks court clarification on cybercrimes law
Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa has urged the Senate to obtain a court advisory opinion on the constitutionality of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act 2024, signed by President William Ruto on October 15. This follows a High Court order temporarily suspending parts of the law amid challenges over its legislative process. Petitioners argue the Senate was bypassed, violating constitutional requirements for bills affecting counties.
High Court rules women must return dowry after divorce
2025년 10월 29일 17시 56분France integrates non-consent into rape definition
2025년 10월 28일 08시 33분Babu Owino and LSK deputy seek to bar ministers from politics
2025년 10월 28일 00시 53분Babu Owino petitions court to stop state officials from politics
2025년 10월 27일 07시 59분Delhi high court questions tribunal's authority on navy gender rules
2025년 10월 24일 22시 18분Fake news about Brigitte Macron turns into an endless nightmare
2025년 10월 24일 08시 27분MPs urge Kenyans to engage in public participation on bills
2025년 10월 22일 13시 00분Zuma given 60 days to repay unlawful state legal funds
Amicus episode ‘Demolition Man’ probes threats to the Justice Department amid East Wing demolition
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In a new episode of Slate’s Amicus, host Dahlia Lithwick and guest Joyce White Vance discuss the Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi and President Donald Trump, using the week’s bulldozer imagery—and the real demolition of the White House’s East Wing—as a backdrop to examine pursuits of political opponents and congressional inaction. Vance’s new book outlines how citizens can help sustain democratic institutions.
Ninth Circuit judges warn against broad deference to Trump on National Guard deployments
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A divided Ninth Circuit panel has allowed, for now, President Donald Trump’s bid to federalize the Oregon National Guard for Portland, prompting sharp warnings from multiple judges that excessive judicial deference to such deployments risks eroding the rule of law and state sovereignty.
Trump appeals New York hush money conviction, invoking presidential-immunity limits on evidence
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President Donald Trump has filed a 96-page appeal with a New York appellate court seeking to overturn his felony conviction in the Manhattan hush money case, arguing the trial improperly relied on evidence tied to his official acts and that the judge should have recused himself.
Nikita Mirzani sentenced to four years in extortion case
The South Jakarta District Court sentenced Nikita Mirzani to four years in prison and a Rp1 billion fine in an alleged extortion case involving threats against a skincare business owner. The verdict is lighter than the prosecutors' demand of 11 years. Nikita expressed objections and plans to pursue further legal appeals.
Lawmakers unveil bipartisan draft to curb sports‑streaming piracy
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U.S. senators have unveiled a bipartisan discussion draft aimed at stopping websites that illegally stream sports, empowering copyright holders to seek federal court orders blocking foreign piracy sites. The push comes as some fans say rising subscription costs are driving them to illicit streams.
Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention for Chicago National Guard deployment
The Trump administration has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow National Guard troops to deploy in Chicago to safeguard federal immigration enforcement amid ongoing protests. This emergency appeal follows a federal judge's ruling that blocked such deployment, citing insufficient evidence of rebellion. The filing highlights violent resistance to federal agents and escalates tensions with Illinois state officials.
Lawyer claims lost clients after threats from Sonko
Lawyer Lucy Nyamoita Momanyi has claimed in Nairobi's High Court that she lost clients after being intimidated by former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. Sonko accused her of misusing authority in managing the Sh50 billion estate of the late James Simon Bellhouse. Momanyi is seeking compensation and an order to bar Sonko from mentioning her.
Kenya signs cybercrimes amendment amid free speech backlash
President William Ruto signed the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024, into law on October 15, 2025, expanding definitions of cyber offenses and empowering authorities to restrict online content. The law aims to combat emerging digital threats but has sparked criticism for potentially curbing constitutional freedoms. Former Chief Justice David Maraga has endorsed court challenges against it.
Debate on new law against insulting public officials
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In SVT's Aktuellt, lawyer Thomas Bodström debated Liberal MP Martin Melin on the new law against insulting public officials. Bodström deems it unnecessary and a waste of resources, while Melin highlights police protection needs. The law has prompted 710 reports in three months.
Lawyers call for moderation after Sarkozy's conviction
In a Le Monde op-ed, lawyers Romain Boulet and Karine Bourdié welcome Nicolas Sarkozy's five-year firm prison sentence, hoping it leads to greater moderation in public expression and law-making. They criticize selective calls to abolish provisional execution, reserved for elites. Every day, hundreds of provisional incarceration decisions are made without stirring emotion.