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Judge Blocks Loyalty Questions Across 70,000 Federal Jobs — 14hA federal judge blocked the Trump administration from requiring federal job applicants to answer loyalty questions about President Donald Trump, ruling the practice likely violated free-speech rights and the merit-based, nonpartisan civil service. The injunction affects more than 70,000 postings, with unions arguing the questions politicized hiring, while the administration contends the questions were voluntary and not about loyalty.

Tom Gallagher Blocking these questions for 70,000 jobs prevents one more way to politicize the civil service.

Yankees activate Aaron Judge after three months on injured list — 4d

Archaeologists uncover 4,300-year-old tomb of ancient judge near Cairo — 3d

Derek Foss The location near Cairo suggests it could tie into early dynastic records we already have on ancient administration.

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Yankees activate Aaron Judge after three-month layoffSports — 4d

Former UFC champ says Michael Page needs live feed of judges’ scorecards — 3d

Judges Block Federal Grazing Limits in Montana, OregonEnvironment — 4dA string of court rulings blocked or delayed the BLM’s attempts to remove or restrict grazing by American Prairie’s 900-plus bison on public lands, keeping them on current allotments while the broader dispute over how livestock is defined under the Taylor Grazing Act unfolds. Separately, a federal judge in Oregon blocked grazing in designated sage grouse research areas, ruling the 2025 plan failed to adequately address environmental protections and wilderness characteristics.

Nicki Minaj declares faith as SBA names her as judge in Million Dollar Pitch CompetitionGood News — 4dChristina Ryan Claypool and other believers share accounts of finding forgiveness and strength through faith after hidden pain and loss.

Judge blocks Trump's second birthright citizenship order, citing Supreme Court ruling — Sep 3, 2026

Nicole Hardy This will keep bouncing through the courts for years, but the 14th Amendment language seems pretty clear to me.

Judge upholds Minnesota's AI nudification ban as xAI's lawsuit continues — Sep 4, 2026Federal judges again rejected Elon Musk’s xAI bid to block Minnesota’s AI nudification law, allowing the statute banning non-consensual nudified images to remain in effect while the lawsuit proceeds. Rulings cited lack of irreparable harm, strong public interest, and bipartisan legislative support for the law as reasons to deny the injunction.

Sam Okafor If xAI thinks blocking nudify features is such a burden, maybe they shouldn't have built that capability into the product in the first place.

Judge rules Sinema can be sued under North Carolina's homewrecker law — Sep 5, 2026A North Carolina judge ruled that Kyrsten Sinema can be sued under the state's alienation-of-affection law for her relationship with a member of her security detail, rejecting arguments that she had no state connection. The case, brought by the ex-wife of Sinema’s bodyguard, hinges on text messages Sinema sent while the guard was in North Carolina and alleges a pattern of interference and sexual misconduct related to Sinema’s involvement with the man.

Sam Okafor Wild that these old alienation-of-affection laws are still on the books, but if the texts show what's alleged, that's a legitimate legal question.

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Judge blocks EPA’s bid to reclassify California’s emissions waivers as rules — Sep 3, 2026A federal judge blocked the EPA from reclassifying California’s Clean Air Act waivers as rules subject to congressional review, preserving California’s authority to set stricter vehicle emissions standards while the litigation proceeds. The rulings, echoing concerns about government overreach, direct the EPA to restore the previous status quo and keep waivers from being treated as general rules, highlighting ongoing legal battle between California and the Trump administration over emissions policy.

Dana Whitfield This isn't really about emissions, it's about whether the EPA can dodge normal procedure by just renaming things. Glad a judge caught that.

Judge lets LSU add former NFL players as SEC weighs appeal — Sep 3, 2026Michigan courts upheld a preliminary injunction requiring Kalshi to block Michigan residents from sports event contracts, enforce geofencing with a $500,000 daily fine for violations, and allow continued state oversight as the case proceeds. Separately, a Louisiana judge ruled that the Class of 2022 players can compete in 2026-27 under an injunction, potentially adding players to LSU’s roster amid ongoing legal battles between the school and the SEC.

Judge keeps Missouri's Sterling Webb eligible days before season opener — Sep 3, 2026A St. Louis County judge granted Missouri defensive lineman Sterling Webb a temporary restraining order allowing him to play this season despite the NCAA's new five-year eligibility rule, ahead of Missouri's opener against Arkansas-Pine-Bluff. The ruling arrives amid multiple lawsuits challenging the rule’s transition provisions, highlighting how programs and athletes navigate the reform and its impact on rosters.

Tamra Judge Reveals Eddie Threatened Divorce — Sep 2, 2026Tamra Judge reveals marital strain with Eddie, including a near-divorce moment and a plan to reinvent their relationship, presenting a candid look at vulnerability and a desire to reconnect after a tough year. Fellow RHOC stars Shannon Beador and Heather Dubrow acknowledge ongoing obstacles to moving past Tamra’s drama, expressing cautious hope about rebuilding trust amid a pattern of progress and setbacks.

Judge extends block on Trump-ordered USPS mail-ballot rule, citing disenfranchisement risk — Sep 5, 2026Federal judges across multiple cases have extended or converted injunctions blocking the USPS’s mail-in voting rule, citing a real risk of disenfranchising millions and noting there is no evidence of mail-in voting fraud to justify rapid implementation. The rulings, tied to President Trump’s March executive order and ongoing legal battles before the midterm elections, involve states and voting groups challenging the rule's requirements for voter data submission and unique barcodes, with courts signaling possible Supreme Court review.

Chris Dalton If there's no evidence of fraud, why the rush to change the rules months before an election?

Rookie Lombard Powers Yankees Past Rockies 6-1 — 2dRookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. hit his first career grand slam in a 6-1 Yankees win over the Colorado Rockies, making it New York’s first slam of 2026 and placing him as the second-youngest Yankee to reach the feat at 21 years, 99 days. Will Warren earned the win as Judge returned from injury with two hits, while Lombard’s third homer of the season came off Tomoyuki Sugano, with Luis García Jr. and Cody Bellinger also going deep.

Sam Okafor Lombard’s first grand slam at 21 looks like the start of something big for the Yankees lineup.

Lindsay Clancy jury still deadlocked on fifth day, judge orders more deliberations — Sep 2, 2026The Lindsay Clancy murder trial remains deadlocked after five days of juror deliberations, with jurors unable to reach a verdict on first-degree murder, prompting the judge to issue Tuey-Rodriguez instructions urging continued deliberation. If the jury cannot agree, a mistrial could be declared and prosecutors may retry the case, as the proceedings also hinge on mental-health considerations and an insanity defense highlighted by witnesses and defense commentary.

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Judge Plans to Skip Rehab, Return — Aug 27, 2026Aaron Judge intends to skip a minor-league rehab and push for a timely return from his rib injury, saying he’s ready to play and “no detours needed,” a move he’s echoed before in 2023. The Yankees and Boone say the timeline remains fluid, with Judge already taking swings and running as he builds back without a set date, emphasizing that he doesn’t want to waste at-bats or time in the minors.

California Judge Rules Deportation Policies Violate Free Speech — Aug 29, 2026A U.S. federal judge ruled that the Trump administration’s use of immigration laws to revoke visas and deport noncitizens over pro-Palestinian advocacy and criticism of Israel is unconstitutional, highlighting that targeting speech violates First and Fifth Amendment protections. The decision, issued by Judge Noel Wise in San Jose as part of a broader wave of similar rulings, indicates ongoing judicial pushback against government efforts to penalize campus activism and journalism for political views.

Utah judge weighs whether Tyler Robinson stands trial for Kirk killing — Aug 31, 2026Across multiple Utah hearings, prosecutors seek to bound Tyler Robinson’s case for trial on aggravated murder with the death-penalty option still on the table, and judges are expected to keep that possibility as the proceedings move forward. Legal experts note the preliminary phases hinge on probable-cause findings, surveillance footage, and witness testimony, with rulings anticipated on whether the case advances toward trial and potential pleas.

Judge orders force-feeding of National Guard shooting suspect amid hunger strike — Aug 31, 2026A DC federal judge ordered Rahmanullah Lakanwal to be forcibly fed and medically treated after months of refusing food and water while facing federal charges for the November shooting of two National Guard members near the White House. The order authorizes feeding through a nasal tube, intravenous methods, or an existing tube to preserve his life until adequate oral intake and treatment are achieved, with charges including first-degree murder and related counts.

Reader Let him croak.

Judge declines to block Pentagon firing of three Stars and Stripes journalists — Sep 5, 2026A federal court allowed the Pentagon to fire three Stars and Stripes journalists, heightening a high-stakes dispute over the military newspaper’s editorial independence and First Amendment implications. Courts have largely rejected injunctions to halt the terminations, underscoring ongoing tensions about government influence in a publication funded and operated by the DoD.

Sam Okafor If a judge won't stop this while the case plays out, what's left of editorial independence for a paper the military itself funds? Troubling precedent.

Judge orders full grand jury materials in Lemon case — Aug 25, 2026A Minnesota judge is demanding grand jury materials from the Justice Department as she weighs whether grounds exist to dismiss the Don Lemon case, reflecting a wider trend of increased skepticism toward prosecutors in grand jury proceedings. The episodes, including other judges in Wyoming, Illinois and Virginia scrutinizing prosecutors and prompting reforms, underscore growing concerns about grand-jury conduct and transparency nationwide.

SVB Financial Trust Loses $1.7 Billion Claim Against FDIC — Aug 29, 2026A federal judge ruled that SVB Financial Trust cannot recover about $1.7 billion from the FDIC tied to Silicon Valley Bank’s 2023 collapse, finding that the holding company’s executives’ aggressive investment strategy and risk-taking caused the losses. The 206-page decision by U.S. District Judge Beth Labson Freeman after a 12‑day trial held that the holding company’s officers and policies, not the FDIC’s disposition, were responsible for the failures.

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