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Court Blocks Arkansas’ Latest Social Media Law Aimed at Protecting Minors, Citing Free Speech Concerns

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In a significant decision, a court has once again declared Arkansas’ latest effort to regulate minors’ access to social media unconstitutional, marking a continued struggle between state governments and advocates of free speech and privacy. The struck-down Social Media Safety Act, also known as SB 689, follows the trajectory of its predecessor, SB 396, which fell to a similar fate earlier in 2023. The legislation aimed to impose stringent controls over how young people interact with social media platforms, requiring users to prove they are at least 18 or obtain parental … Read more

Prince Harry Fights for Enhanced Security Measures in UK, Citing Personal Safety Concerns

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London, United Kingdom — The security and safety of Prince Harry came to the forefront during a court session on Wednesday, as his legal team pressed an appeal over the U.K. government’s decision to deny him full police protection when in the country. Represented by attorney Shaheed Fatima, the Duke of Sussex’s case underscored a contentious dialogue on the responsibilities of the state toward non-serving royals. During the closing arguments at the Royal Courts of Justice, Fatima emphasized the grave risks faced by Harry, urging the court to consider the personal stakes involved. “There is … Read more

Texas Judge Overturns Biden-Era Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes, Citing Regulatory Overreach

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A federal judge in Amarillo, Texas, has struck down a nationwide staffing rule imposed during the Biden administration, which mandated minimum nurse-to-patient ratios in nursing homes. The ruling by U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk rejected the staffing requirements on Monday, citing that the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services overstepped its authority with the mandate. The plaintiff, the American Health Care Association, which represents roughly 15,000 nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the United States, argued that the staffing mandates were unrealistic and could have led to the shutdown of nursing homes, thus … Read more

Federal Judge Dismisses Former Minnesota Gubernatorial Candidate’s Lawsuit, Citing Lack of Concrete Injury

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — A federal lawsuit brought by Scott Jensen, a former Republican gubernatorial candidate in Minnesota, was dismissed by a federal judge. Jensen had accused the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice of politically motivated investigations tied to his statements about COVID-19. The court decided on March 31 to dismiss the case without prejudice, meaning Jensen retains the option to refile. Jensen, a family physician who lost the 2022 governor race to Democrat Tim Walz, originally filed the lawsuit in June 2023. He claimed that his First Amendment rights to free speech were infringed … Read more