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Artists and Tenants at Atlantic Mills Mobilize to Protect Cultural Hub as Ownership Change Looms

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Providence, RI — Concerns are mounting among the long-standing tenants of Atlantic Mills, a pivotal cultural and artistic center in Providence’s Olneyville neighborhood, as they brace for potential displacement due to the impending sale of the building. The tenants, many of whom are artists and small business owners, fear the new owners could increase rents and evict those who are currently behind on payments, threatening the existence of a historic hub that has supported cultural and artistic endeavors for decades. Atlantic Mills, known for its rich history of nurturing notable artists like Shepherd Fairey and … Read more

Federal Judge Decides Trump’s Dismissal of Merit Board Chair Unlawful

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Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has ruled that Former President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the Chairman of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) was illegal, marking a significant rebuke of the Trump administration’s handling of federal personnel issues. The judge’s decision underscores the need for consistent adherence to statutory limits on presidential authority. The MSPB, an independent agency that functions as a guardian of federal merit systems, ensures government employees are protected from unjust practices, including unwarranted removal or suspension. The decision to dismiss the Chairman, an Obama-era appointee, was challenged in court, … Read more

Trump Administration Plans to Withdraw Legal Action Against Idaho Over Emergency Abortion Restrictions

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Washington, D.C. — The Trump administration is poised to withdraw a lawsuit that was urging Idaho to permit emergency abortions, according to recent court documents. The legal challenge initially sought to assure that women in Idaho could access abortion services during medical emergencies, potentially clashing with state laws that are among the strictest in the nation. The lawsuit originated when concerns arose about whether Idaho’s laws interfere with federal regulations, notably the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). This federal law mandates that hospitals receiving Medicare funds must provide necessary treatment to patients in … Read more

NASL Seeks New Trial Against U.S. Soccer Federation and MLS, Citing Legal Missteps in Previous Verdict

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The North American Soccer League (NASL) is pushing for a retrial in its protracted legal battle against the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and Major League Soccer (MLS), after suffering a significant setback earlier this year when a jury sided unanimously with the USSF and MLS. The legal skirmish, which came to a head in a federal court in February, stems from a 2017 lawsuit in which NASL accused the national governing body and the premier soccer league of engaging in actions that effectively barred NASL from attaining Division I or Division II status. This legal … Read more