Dismisses

Federal official challenges Trump administration’s power to fire her

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Shira Perlmutter, the former head of the U.S. Copyright Office, has become a central figure in a significant legal battle following her dismissal by the Trump administration. The circumstances surrounding her termination raise critical questions about the authority of the executive branch and its adherence to congressional intent. Perlmutter’s legal team is advocating for her reinstatement, arguing that her firing was not only unjust but also undermined the integrity of the office she led. Background of the Case Perlmutter was appointed to her role in 2020 by Carla Hayden, then Librarian of Congress. This position, … Read more

Federal Judge Dismisses Trump’s Defamation Case Against The New York Times Just Days After Filing

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A federal judge in New York dismissed former President Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against The New York Times on Friday, just four days after it was filed. The judge criticized the suit as “improper and impermissible” in its current form, signaling a setback for Trump in his attempts to challenge media coverage. The lawsuit stemmed from an opinion piece published by the Times in March 2019, which discussed Russia’s involvement in the 2016 presidential election and its potential connections to Trump’s campaign. Trump alleged that the article falsely portrayed his campaign as being tied to … Read more

Court Dismisses Trump’s $15 Billion Lawsuit Against The New York Times, Citing Lack of Evidence

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NEW YORK — A New York judge has dismissed former President Donald Trump’s $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, marking a significant legal setback for the former president. The suit, which claimed the newspaper conspired with his niece to publish private family information, faced skepticism from the court regarding its viability. In a decision handed down by Justice Robert Reed, the judge found no credible basis to support Trump’s allegations, which accused the newspaper of engaging in “tortious conduct” to obtain confidential tax documents. These documents, disclosed by Mary Trump in a book, … Read more

Ball State University Dismisses Staff Member Over Controversial Social Media Post on Conservative Activist’s Death

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MUNCIE, Ind. — Ball State University has dismissed a staff member following a controversial social media post regarding the recent murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The decision, announced on Wednesday, came after a review of the comments made by Suzanne Swierc, who was the director of health promotion and advocacy at the university. Swierc’s post, shared on her personal Facebook account, expressed a sentiment on Kirk’s death as a reflection of “the violence, fear, and hatred he sowed.” While she acknowledged that the shooting was a tragedy, she emphasized the complexities of the situation. … Read more