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Trump’s FTC carrying the torch for Biden’s progressive antitrust agenda
Despite radical changes to a multitude of federal departments and agencies since the start of the Trump administration, it appears to be business-as-usual at the Federal Trade Commission.
IP Partners Discuss AI Copyright Ruling in World IP Review
In a recent World IP Review article, Thompson Coburn IP partners Tom Polcyn, Matt Braunel, and Michael Parks discuss the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit’s decision affirming that AI systems cannot be recognized as authors under U.S. copyright law.
Attorney General Bird Issues Report on Sanctuary County Investigation
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird released her report on Winneshiek County Sheriff Dan Marx’s February 4, 2025, Facebook post claiming that he would be a sanctuary sheriff and refuse to enforce immigration laws.
AG's Office Seeks Applicants For Statewide Local Consumer Grant Program
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has announced that it is seeking applicants for its 2025 Local Consumer Program, which provides funding to support statewide local consumer programs that assist residents in addressing a wide-range of consumer issues.
Attorney General Lopez Leads Fight to Stop Trump From Shutting Down the Department of Education
Attorney General Lopez led a coalition of 20 other attorneys general in filing a motion for a preliminary injunction as part of its lawsuit to stop the dismantling of the Department of Education (ED).
Carr’s Consumer Protection Division Warns that 23andMe Data Could Be Sold in Bankruptcy Proceeding
23andMe, a company that collects and analyzes consumers’ genetic information through direct-to-consumer testing, has filed for bankruptcy.
Attorney General Miyares Urges Virginia Consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Virginia joins 50 States and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
AG Nick Brown testifies in support of ‘permit to purchase’ legislation
Attorney General Nick Brown told legislators they can save lives by passing permit to purchase legislation for gun buyers (HB 1163).
States file lawsuit against HHS over $11 billion in public health grant terminations
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has co-led a coalition involving 23 states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Attorney General Dana Nessel joins lawsuit over halted public health grants in Michigan
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has united with 23 states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit targeting the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Court blocks Trump Administration's attempt to end TPS for Venezuelans
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that a U.S. District Court has blocked the Trump Administration's attempt to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Venezuela.
Nessel and coalition oppose voter registration changes under the SAVE Act
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 17 other attorneys general in opposing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, represented in Congress as H.R. 22.
Felon pleads guilty to firearm possession intercepted at Reinhardt University
Joshua Timothy Rex admitted guilt to illegally possessing firearms as a felon after law enforcement intercepted him on the Reinhardt University campus.
Attorney general Bonta opposes proposed voting legislation, citing potential voter disenfranchisement
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 17 other attorneys general, has voiced opposition to the federal legislation H.R. 22, known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
Foreign nationals charged for illegal reentry after previous deportations in Las Vegas
Mexican and Salvadorian nationals residing in Las Vegas appeared in court on Monday to face charges related to illegal reentry into the United States after their prior deportation.
Upper Marlboro resident pleads guilty in $20 million money laundering scheme
Adanegbe Gift Osenmwenkhae, aged 39, from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has pled guilty to charges related to managing and supervising a significant money laundering scheme.
Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act faces scrutiny in Supreme Court brief
America First Legal and U.S. Representative Brandon Gill have submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court to support President Trump’s measures against the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua (TdA).
Attorney General James releases footage related to Emil Williams' death investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James has published body-worn camera videos and security camera footage related to the death of Emil Williams.
North Star High School students visit North Dakota Supreme Court
Students from North Star High School in Cando, under the guidance of Mr. James Greenlee, visited the state supreme court on Tuesday, April 1st.
Executives charged in $280M sports park bond fraud scheme
Former executives of Legacy Sports, Randy Miller and Chad Miller, face serious charges following the unsealing of an indictment announced by Matthew Podolsky, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Christopher G....