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10/26/2026

A federal lawsuit filed in New York challenges White House media access restrictions on First Amendment grounds. The case involves citizens asserting their right to receive information and highlights ongoing constitutional questions about press freedom and public access.

A new lawsuit says President Donald Trump's restrictions on some White House reporters harm more than the news organizations involved.

10/26/2026

A whistleblower lawsuit alleges that New York City's Special Commissioner of Investigation for schools improperly stockpiled am******on. The case raises important questions about government accountability and whistleblower protections in educational oversight agencies.

5,700 rounds, a wooden cabinet, and brown folders: a whistleblower suit rocks NYC's school watchdog agency.

10/25/2026

New York Attorney General Letitia James hires outside counsel to investigate the Cornell 7 case, ensuring independent oversight of a high-profile sexual assault investigation involving civil rights and institutional accountability.

Embattled New York Attorney General Letitia James is planning to hire outside counsel to investigate the seven Cornell University fraternity brothers accused of ra**ng a female classmate — af…

10/23/2026

New York Division of Human Rights case addresses First Amendment protections in public accommodations disputes. Analysis of competing legal interests in discrimination and free speech claims.

10/22/2026

ProPublica analysis reveals the Education Department's Office for Civil Rights has dramatically reduced investigations into discrimination and sexual violence at schools since 2025, launching an average of 100 new investigations monthly compared to 310 monthly under the prior administration.

ProPublica sued the federal government for records that show which schools are facing civil rights investigations — data that was public before Trump’s second term. Now you can use our database to find cases.

10/22/2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving admissions policies at selective middle schools in Montgomery County, Maryland, examining whether race-neutral policies can be challenged as discriminatory and the evidentiary standards required to prove intentional discrimination in education.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case about race in middle school admissions

10/22/2026

New federal whistleblower incentive program announced to encourage reporting of fraud. Significant development for those considering disclosure of misconduct.

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance announced a $25 million whistleblower incentive program Tuesday, offering Americans cash rewards for helping

10/22/2026

The Second Circuit provides important guidance on sexual harassment arbitration agreements. A significant ruling for employers and employees in New York and the region.

A recent decision by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit clarified the reach of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and

10/20/2026

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on race-conscious admissions policies in NYC middle schools. This case could have significant implications for education law and school district policies nationwide.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case about race in middle school admissions