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Conservative Activists Challenge Workplace Equity Programs Using Civil Rights Act of 1866

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NEW YORK — Opponents of workplace diversity programs are increasingly using a section of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 to challenge equity policies and funding for minority-owned businesses. Section 1981 of the act, originally intended to protect formerly enslaved people from economic exclusion, is now being weaponized by conservative activists, who are citing it in lawsuits against companies and institutions. The American Alliance for Equal Rights, run by conservative activist Edward Blum, is using Section 1981 to go after the Fearless Fund, a venture capital fund that invests in businesses owned by women of … Read more

Columnist’s Lawyer Exposes Trump’s Scheme to Destabilize Jury as Defamation Damages Deliberated

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NEW YORK, NY – President Donald Trump’s legal team faced pushback in court as a judge considered potential defamation damages. The columnist’s lawyer warned the judge that Trump hopes to “sow chaos” in this case. The ongoing legal battle, which has been closely watched, revolves around Trump’s alleged defamatory statements made against the columnist. During the court hearing, the columnist’s lawyer argued that Trump’s aim is to create chaos and divert attention from the main focus of the case. The lawyer alleged that Trump has a history of employing such tactics in legal matters. This … Read more

Compassionate Gesture: Lawyer Grants Trump Permission to Attend Mother-in-Law’s Funeral and Testify

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New York City, NY – President Donald Trump has been granted permission to attend his mother-in-law’s funeral and testify despite his current legal battles. The White House lawyer has given allowance for Trump to temporarily step away from his legal obligations. The decision comes amidst ongoing inquiries into the President’s alleged wrongdoings. Trump is facing multiple lawsuits and investigations, including the recently launched probe into his financial records. Despite the mounting pressure, the lawyer recognized the importance of honoring the President’s personal commitments and granted him the opportunity to attend the funeral. Critics argue that … Read more

Trump Faces Doubts as Rally Requested Amid Defamation Trial for Deceased Mother-in-Law

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New York City – Former President Donald Trump has requested a postponement of his defamation trial brought by E. Jean Carroll, a former Elle columnist, due to the funeral of his mother-in-law. The trial, scheduled to begin on January 16, will determine the amount of damages Trump owes in relation to Carroll’s accusation of sexual assault and defamation. In a previous civil trial, Trump was found liable for sexually abusing and defaming Carroll. Trump had denied the allegations, stating that Carroll was “not my type.” Trump’s lawyers made the request to Judge Lewis Kaplan, who … Read more