Federal Courts

Hamburger Mary's just served Florida's anti-drag law a major legal defeat. The LGBTQ-friendly restaurant successfully challenged Governor DeSantis's controversial measure, with an appeals court upholding a statewide stop to its enforcement. Florida Takes a Dragnet to 'Obscene' Performances If you’ve been to a Hamburger Mary’s, you’ll…

If you’ve been hearing a lot of news in the past couple few days about President Donald Trump expelling transgender individuals from the military, that’s because on Tuesday, the Supreme Court set up him up to do so. They issued a ruling that would allow the Trump…

In a somewhat unexpected move, the federal government has asked a district court judge in Texas to dismiss a lawsuit questioning the safety of the abortion pill mifepristone. The lawsuit has a long history. In 2022, several anti-abortion doctors argued that the Food and Drug Administration…

Elementary schools often have themed days to provide a little fun or a reward for the staff and students. This can include "Wacky Hair Day," "Superhero Day," or "Pajama Day." In the Michigan town of Durand, a day that featured wearing a hat ended up in front…

A federal judge has slammed the brakes on President Trump's attempt to fast-track deportations of Venezuelan migrants. The case has been closely followed by not only migrants but also many who are concerned with human rights. Alien Enemies Act The underlying law the Trump administration is…

You’ve probably been hearing a lot about the ongoing debate over transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military. The issue has been at the forefront of national conversation, with policies changing with presidential administrations. Here's a breakdown of the history and current state of transgender military service in the…