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Democratic Senators Express Alarm Over Pentagon’s Plan to Deploy Military Lawyers as Immigration Judges

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WASHINGTON — A group of Democratic senators has expressed significant concerns regarding a recent Pentagon initiative allowing military lawyers to temporarily serve as immigration judges. They argue that this move could breach longstanding prohibitions against utilizing military personnel for law enforcement duties, potentially undermining the military’s judicial framework. The letter to military service branches, shared with the press, was dispatched shortly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sanctioned the deployment of up to 600 military attorneys to the Justice Department. This initiative aligns with broader immigration enforcement strategies pursued by the Trump administration, which has seen … Read more

Federal Jury Slaps American Express with $12.5 Million Verdict for Unfair Practices Amid Antitrust Claims Dismissal

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NEW YORK — A federal jury has ordered American Express Co. to pay $12.5 million in damages after finding the company engaged in unfair practices under Illinois law, although it was cleared of various antitrust allegations that had also been brought against it. The verdict, delivered on Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, stemmed from a protracted legal battle initiated by state consumers. Those consumers challenged certain nondiscrimination clauses present in American Express’s agreements with merchants who accept its credit cards. These provisions specifically prohibit steering practices, which … Read more

Tension in Polk County: Dems Express Concern as Suspended Prosecutor Visits Courthouse Amid Speculation of DeSantis Interference

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Polk County, FL — Tension is brewing in Florida as newly elected prosecutor Monique Worrell made an unexpected appearance at the Polk County courthouse. Worrell, who remained tight-lipped about the purpose of her visit, is the latest focus in a series of contentious exchanges between elected officials and Governor Ron DeSantis. In 2023, Governor DeSantis made the controversial decision to suspend Worrell from her position, prompting widespread debate and speculations about the motivations behind the suspension. The governor’s action has led to a broader discussion about the balance of power and the independence of elected … Read more

Federal Judge Greenlights Class Action Against American Express Over Alleged Excessive Merchant Fees

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A federal court in Rhode Island has allowed a group of small business owners to proceed with a class action lawsuit against American Express. The merchants accuse the financial services corporation of imposing excessive transaction fees and allege that these practices violate U.S. antitrust laws aimed at ensuring fair competition. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy, comes as a significant setback for American Express, which had sought to have the claims addressed individually rather than collectively. The decision underscores a critical moment for the plaintiffs, comprising ten small businesses, … Read more