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The recent diplomatic clash between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during Zelensky’s visit to the Oval Office has sparked intense debate about the United States’ global image and the potential legal ramifications. The contentious exchange, which revolved around U.S. military aid to Ukraine and the possibility of peace negotiations with Russia,…
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced plans to collect social media information from immigrants seeking entry into the United States. The move that aligns with the Trump administration’s broader national security directives. According to a notice set to be published in the Federal Register last week, the proposal aims to comply with…
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The United States has long been a beacon of opportunity for people around the world, offering a chance to build a better life, pursue education, or reunite with family. However, under the administration of President Donald J. Trump, immigration policies have undergone significant changes, making it more challenging—but not impossible—to enter the country. For African…
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The legal profession is home to some of the most brilliant minds in the country, individuals whose expertise shapes policies, influences corporate governance, and defends fundamental rights. Using criteria from Forbes and Best Lawyers—factoring in influence, legal victories, peer recognition, and career achievements—this list highlights ten attorneys making a significant impact in their respective fields.…
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing an indefinite delay in his federal corruption trial, but the case against him is far from over. On Friday, February 21, 2025, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho adjourned the trial—originally scheduled for April—while considering whether to dismiss the charges entirely. The judge instead appointing an outside lawyer…
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Recently, U.S. District Judge Adam Abelson issued a preliminary injunction blocking the enforcement of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump that sought to dismantle federal support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The decision represents a major legal barrier to the administration’s attempts to curtail DEI initiatives, raising questions about the constitutional implications…
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A legal battle over parental rights and DNA evidence took an unexpected turn when Lydia Fairchild, a Washington woman, was told she was not the biological mother of her own children—despite having given birth to them. The case, which initially led to suspicions of welfare fraud and illegal surrogacy, ultimately became a landmark example of…
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Before Georgia’s Lake Lanier became a popular recreation site, a thriving Black community stood in its place. Oscarville, established in the late 1800s during Reconstruction, was a self-sufficient town where Black farmers, carpenters, blacksmiths, and bricklayers flourished despite the racial tensions of the era. Its economic success stood in stark contrast to the struggles of…
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Introduction: The Fight for Personal Autonomy Wendy Williams’ ongoing legal battle to end her guardianship has reignited discussions about the rights of individuals under court-ordered financial and personal oversight. The former talk show host, who once commanded millions of viewers with her unfiltered takes on pop culture, now faces an uphill legal fight to prove…
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The debate over diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in the workplace has intensified under the Trump administration. The DEIA brouhaha under Trump has raised significant legal and civil rights concerns. Former U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) General Counsel Karla Gilbride, who was fired by Trump on January 27, warns in an article published…
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