Judiciary

Congress Approves Expansion of Judiciary Branch, President Biden Considers Veto

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WASHINGTON — The recent passage through Congress of a significant bill aimed at increasing the number of federal judges underscores a potential pivotal moment for the U.S. judiciary, even as it faces the possibility of a veto by President Joe Biden. The legislative measure seeks to address the growing backlog of cases in federal courts by adding new judgeships, which would be the first expansion of this nature in several decades. This legislative decision comes at a time when federal courts have been experiencing unprecedented case delays, a situation exacerbated by a combination of an … Read more

Ukraine’s Judiciary Takes to the Skies: Combating Drone Threats Amid Conflict

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Kyiv, Ukraine – Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the nation’s judges have taken on dual roles that extend beyond their typical courtroom duties to include the defense of their country, especially by countering the threat posed by Russian drones. As the war rages on, these legal professionals balance their traditional obligations with the pressing need to safeguard their communities from aerial surveillance and attacks. The escalation of drone-based warfare has added a new layer of urgency to their work. Judges in Ukraine now frequently participate in specialized training programs where they learn to operate … Read more

Schumer’s Controversial Trade-off: Four Powerful Judiciary Seats for Lower Court Gains Amidst Political Backlash

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Washington, D.C. – In a recent political maneuver, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer faced criticism for his handling of judicial nominations under President Joe Biden’s administration, particularly involving the withdrawal of Muslim American nominee Adeel Mangi, a corporate lawyer from Jersey City, New Jersey. The contention surrounds Schumer’s decision to concede four pivotal appellate judge nominations, hindering Democratic efforts and potentially shifting the judicial balance. Mangi was subjected to a harsh and prolonged campaign by opponents who labeled him negatively, effectively stalling his confirmation. These attacks were seen by many as both misleading and … Read more

Justice Access Crisis: Wisconsin’s Shortage of Rural Lawyers Highlighted in ‘State of the Judiciary’ Address

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Elkhart Lake, Wis. — At this year’s “State of the Judiciary” address held in Elkhart Lake on Wednesday, the primary focus was on the pressing issue of access to justice, emphasizing the alarming shortage of lawyers, particularly in rural Wisconsin. The scarcity of legal professionals in these areas poses a significant challenge to fulfilling the constitutional right to legal representation. During the summit, Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Annette Ziegler highlighted the existence of “legal deserts” in the state where some communities lack even a single attorney to handle cases. This situation is exacerbated by … Read more