Seven more defendants received prison terms in the federal case over a shooting outside the Prairieland Detention Center near Dallas. Prosecutors called the protest an antifa-linked ambush, while defense attorneys said there was no planned attack.
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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that federal limits on coordinated spending by political party committees violate the First Amendment. The decision came in a challenge brought by JD Vance, Steve Chabot and Republican campaign committees.
A federal judge ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, a Wisconsin mosque leader detained by ICE, after finding he raised a substantial First Amendment retaliation claim. Sarsour says he was targeted for his Palestinian rights advocacy, while DHS has called him a national security threat.
Matthew Petracca, the lead prosecutor in the case accusing James Comey of threatening President Trump with a seashell Instagram post, has stepped aside. The case faces legal challenges and criticism over constitutional concerns as it heads toward trial in October.
ABC accuses the FCC of violating its First Amendment rights by scrutinizing "The View" over equal time rules, challenging the agency's demand for proof that the show qualifies as a bona fide news program. The dispute highlights concerns over viewpoint discrimination amid broader tensions between ABC's parent company and the FCC.
Former FBI Director James Comey faces new federal charges over an Instagram post interpreted as a threat against former President Trump. The indictment marks the second prosecution of Comey by the Trump-era Justice Department.
Shots were fired near the White House Correspondents' Dinner, leading to the evacuation of President Trump and others. The suspect is in custody and hospitalized, while a Secret Service agent was injured but is expected to recover.
Trump Administration Proposes NDAs for Federal Employees to Limit Leaks
The Trump administration proposes mandatory nondisclosure agreements for federal employees to curb leaks, sparking debate over whistleblower protections and free speech rights. The Office of Personnel Management seeks public comment on the draft rule.