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DOJ Sues Minnesota to Block Climate Lawsuit Targeting Energy Companies
Federal lawyers said Minnesota is using consumer-protection laws to regulate greenhouse gas emissions beyond its borders.
NOAA OKs First Deep-Sea Mining Plan for Critical Minerals in Pacific Ocean
The permit still needs to meet environmental approvals before The Metals Company can start work.
Michigan Special Election to Decide Control of State Senate
A special election for a Michigan state senate seat is set for May 5, to fill a spot that has been vacant since early 2025.
Texas Doctor Found Guilty for Illegally Distributing Over 1 Million Pills of Opioids
A federal jury has convicted the physician of conspiracy and distribution charges after running a cash-only clinic that supplied dangerous drug cocktails.
Denver Leaders Reject Justice Department’s Demand That City Repeal ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban
The DOJ sent a letter threatening to sue the city if it does not repeal the ban and declare it unconstitutional.
Judge Apologizes to DC Shooting Suspect Over His Jail Treatment
‘Right now, it’s not working. It’s insufficient. I think it’s legally deficient,’ the judge said about the alleged assassin’s confinement.
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DeSantis Signs Florida’s New Congressional Map Favoring Republicans
The governor and other Republicans previously said that the Supreme Court case was one reason why redistricting was brought up in a special session.
DOJ Sues New Jersey Over In-State Tuition, Aid for Illegal Aliens
It’s part of a series of actions by the Trump administration aiming to prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining taxpayer benefits or preferential treatment.
Supreme Court Restores Full Access to Abortion Drug for Now
Justice Samuel Alito entered the order.
German Chancellor Merz Downplays Rift With Trump Over US Troop Drawdown
‘I remain convinced that the Americans are important partners for us,’ Merz said.
Trump: US to Help ‘Free Up’ Ships in Strait of Hormuz Starting Monday
Trump revealed plans to ‘free up’ the ships in the crucial waterway in a Truth Social post on May 3.
US Airlines to Aid Stranded Passengers After Spirit Airlines Shuts Down
Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2; it canceled all flights and said passengers should not go to the airport.
Trump Says He Will Review New Iranian Peace Plan, but Doubts It Will Be Acceptable
The U.S. president said on Saturday ‘it’s a possibility’ he could order new combat operations against Iran.
Minnesota Judge Rules DOJ May Use Military Lawyers in Civil Prosecution
The ruling stems from the case of Paul Johnson, a Minnesota resident charged with assaulting CBP officers in January.
Trump Says Medicare Will Soon Cover Weight-Loss Drugs
The president says that Medicare will provide coverage for Ozempic and Wegovy for $50 per month.
Federal Court Blocks Abortion Drug Mifepristone From Being Sent via Mail
A three-judge panel in New Orleans temporarily blocked mifepristone from being sent in the mail.
Chevron, Exxon Decline to Boost Oil Production Despite Trump Admin Requests
Both oil giants said the ongoing energy shortage brought on by the Iran war had not changed their plans.
Purdue Pharma Ceases Operations After Criminal Sentencing in Opioid Case
Knoa Pharma LLC will take over distribution of medicines previously handled by Purdue Pharma.
Trump Signs Order Targeting ‘Bloated Overhead’ in Federal Contracts
The president signed an executive order that seeks to address longstanding problems in the government’s contracting system.
