Federal workers sue Education Department over partisan shutdown emails

A union representing federal employees has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, alleging that the agency altered workers' out-of-office email messages without consent to include partisan language blaming Democrats for the government shutdown. The complaint claims this action violates the First Amendment by compelling civil servants to echo the Trump administration's political views. The suit was filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., on Friday.

Youth climate plaintiffs persist in lawsuit against US government

October 04, 2025 由 AI 报道

A group of young Americans who sued the federal government over climate change in 2015 continues their legal battle despite repeated court setbacks. The plaintiffs, represented by Our Children's Trust, argue that government policies violate their constitutional rights. Recent efforts focus on new strategies to revive the case.

Gun rights advocates file lawsuit to challenge national firearms act

October 11, 2025 由 AI 报道

Pro-gun organizations have launched a lawsuit against the federal government, arguing that the 1934 National Firearms Act's regulations on silencers and short-barreled firearms are unconstitutional following a recent legislative change. The suit, dubbed the 'Big Beautiful Lawsuit,' seeks to eliminate longstanding restrictions and the associated federal registry. It comes after Congress passed the Big Beautiful Bill, which removes a $200 tax on these items starting in 2026.

Parents sue Tesla alleging door flaw trapped students in fatal crash

The parents of two college students killed in a Tesla Cybertruck crash have filed lawsuits claiming a design flaw prevented them from escaping the burning vehicle. The incident occurred in November 2024 in Piedmont, California, when the vehicle struck a tree. Federal regulators are investigating similar door issues amid Tesla's push for autonomous driving.