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Judge Denies Defense Request to Disqualify Norfolk DA and Imposes No Sanctions in Karen Read Murder Case

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In Dedham, Massachusetts, Judge Beverly J. Cannone has denied a defense request to disqualify or impose sanctions on Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey regarding his extrajudicial comments and other decisions made in the controversial Karen Read murder case. The judge determined that no egregious misconduct had occurred that could substantially prejudice the defendant’s right to a fair trial, leading to her denial of the motion. Responding to the ruling, Read’s defense attorneys refrained from commenting. This recent decision follows another denial by Judge Cannone on Tuesday, concerning the defense’s request to dismiss the case. The … Read more

Trump’s Legal Team Takes Next Step to Disqualify Fulton County DA in Election Interference Case

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Atlanta, Georgia – The legal battle surrounding former President Donald Trump and the Fulton County election interference case took a new turn on Sunday. Steve Sadow, lead defense counsel for Trump in the case, announced his next move to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Willis is currently facing a potential ethics violation related to her alleged affair with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, which was brought to light by former Trump staffer and co-defendant Michael Roman. Willis is at the center of the case against Trump and 18 other co-defendants, who were indicted by … Read more

Taliban’s Discriminatory Gender Policies Disqualify Them as Afghanistan’s Legitimate Government, Says Afghan Legal Scholar

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KABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban’s reestablishment of control over Afghanistan following their seizure of Kabul on August 15, 2021, has raised questions about their legitimacy as a government under international law. The Taliban’s dismal record on human rights, particularly their discriminatory gender policies, has drawn criticism from legal scholars who argue that these policies disqualify them from being recognized as the country’s legitimate government. According to Afghan legal scholar Haroun Rahimi, the Taliban’s ability to be recognized as a government hinges on their willingness to adhere to modern-day international human rights law. However, their commitment … Read more

Lawsuit Seeks to Disqualify Rep. Scott Perry from Ballot, Alleging 14th Amendment Violation

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DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — A lawsuit is seeking to remove Congressman Scott Perry from the ballot in central Pennsylvania. The lawsuit argues that Perry’s actions on January 6, 2021, violated the 14th amendment, which prohibits individuals from holding federal or state office if they engage in insurrection after swearing an oath to uphold the Constitution. Activist Gene Stilp filed the seven-page lawsuit, claiming that Perry participated in or endorsed an insurrection. The lawsuit asks the court to rule that Perry took part in insurrectionist behavior and is therefore ineligible to hold public office. While similar … Read more