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New Jersey Courts Consider Centralizing Multiple Roundup Injury Lawsuits Against Monsanto and Bayer

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In Trenton, New Jersey, a notable legal development has occurred as plaintiffs are mounting a new offensive against agrochemical giants Monsanto Co. and Bayer AG. A second application aiming to consolidate several lawsuits over injuries allegedly caused by the weed killer Roundup was submitted for designation as multicounty litigation in the New Jersey Supreme Court. This legal effort underscores the ongoing controversies surrounding the safety of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup. The filing signals a significant step for the numerous plaintiffs who claim they have been adversely affected by the herbicide. They argue that … Read more

President Trump Issues New Executive Order Centralizing Law Interpretation Powers With the White House

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President Donald Trump enacted a significant executive directive on Tuesday, consolidating the authority to interpret laws within the executive branch to himself and the Attorney General. This move, encompassing all federal employees and entities, extends even to the independent regulatory agencies traditionally free from presidential dominance. This presidential decree asserts that it aims to ensure that federal agencies remain accountable to the American populace as mandated by the Constitution. The administration cites the power granted by Article II, Section 1 of the Constitution, which assigns “executive power” squarely to the President of the United States, … Read more