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South Carolina Death Row Inmate Becomes First to Be Executed by Firing Squad in 15 Years
The Supreme Court issued a brief order earlier Friday denying Brad Sigmon’s request to stay his execution.
Rep. Roy Says He’s Prepared to Force a Vote on FACE Act’s Repeal
The congressman accused his fellow Republicans of blocking efforts to revoke the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
French Shipping Giant to Invest $20 Billion in US
The commitment follows President Donald Trump’s vow to ‘resurrect’ the U.S. shipbuilding industry.
Trump Administration Drops High-Profile Idaho Abortion Case
The government changed its position in the lawsuit that the Biden administration pursued against the state.
Trump to Drop Biden-Era Lawsuit Seeking to Allow Emergency Abortions in Idaho
The government’s change of position was revealed in a Department of Justice email filed in federal district court.
Judge Extends Block on Executive Order That Defunds Gender Change Procedures on Minors
Plaintiffs argue that the Trump administration is exceeding its authority by withholding funds already allocated by Congress.
Transgender Ex-Military Member’s Surprising Take on Trump’s Policy
A male Army veteran underwent feminizing procedures—and became known as Jessica Watkins, ’the transgender J6‘er’ who holds unexpected views on transgenderism.
US Drug Overdose Deaths Dropped 24 Percent in September 2024
Deaths are projected to have declined in 45 out of 50 states, rising in five—Alaska, Montana, Nevada, South Dakota, and Utah.
AG Pam Bondi Warns 3 States Over Transgender Sports Rules
Trump and Maine Gov. Janet Mills have sparred over the law.
Supreme Court Leans in Favor of Ohio State Employee Claiming Demotion Because She’s Straight
Petitioner Marlean Ames claims some courts of appeals unfairly add an extra legal burden in employment discrimination cases.
New Abortion Battle Opening Up Over State Shield Laws
A court case involving a New York doctor, shield laws, and U.S. extradition laws is the first legal test between states that have different rules on abortion.
Survey Shows Pause in US Decline of Christianity
Young adults also presented as far less religious than those of older generations—a fact that the study’s researchers noted could portend an eventual decline.
Massive Sting Nets 25 Arrests and 1.7 Million Fentanyl Pills in Arizona
Officials said the latest enforcement effort marks the next level of cooperation among state and federal agencies.
Texas Governor Weighs In on Proposed City Described as the ‘Epicenter of Islam’ in Rural Texas
Critics worry that the project would attract a large Muslim population that would adhere to sharia and reject assimilating.
Supreme Court Will Not Review Ruling Limiting Pro-Life Counseling Outside Abortion Clinics
The Seventh Circuit ruled against those who challenged a bubble zone law in March 2024, finding precedent barred the appeal.
After Decades of Little Change, a Lawsuit Looks to Shake Up Probate Court System
The suit describes probate court as a system designed to maximize payments to court while keeping tight control of those under court-ordered guardianship.
Judge Partially Blocks Trump’s Orders Curbing DEI Programs
Higher education groups and Baltimore officials argue the executive orders violate existing law and exceed presidential powers.
Trump, Maine Governor Clash Over Men Competing in Women’s Sports
Maine high schools allow males to play on girls’ teams. Gov. Janet Mills said she ‘will not be intimidated by the president’s threats.’
New Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s DEI Policies, DOGE Operations
The plaintiffs said DOGE is breaking federal laws and that recent executive orders on DEI and transgender ideology are unconstitutional.
Oklahoma Senate Committee Rejects Bill to Charge Women With Murder After Illegal Abortion
Those who voted against SB 456 said they shared State Sen. Dusty Deevers’s desire to reduce abortions but disagreed with his method.
