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Judge Leans Toward Favoring Democratic Challenge in Wake of Rescinded OMB Order

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WASHINGTON — A recent federal court hearing indicated that a judge might support a Democratic challenge to the Trump administration’s freeze of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) funds, despite the order having been rescinded. The case has captured significant interest as it raises questions about the legality and implications of such freezes. During the hearing, U.S. District Judge, Brian Morris, appeared inclined toward the arguments presented by attorneys representing the Democratic-led House of Representatives. They argued that the rescission of the budget freeze did not negate the need to address the underlying legal concerns … Read more

Supreme Court Leans Toward Approval of Legislation to Regulate TikTok Sales and Bans

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Washington — The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to support a new regulation that could either facilitate the sale of the popular video-sharing app TikTok or ban it entirely in the United States. This development comes amidst escalating concerns about national security and data privacy issues related to the Chinese-owned platform. TikTok, which has captured the imaginations and screen time of millions of Americans, especially teenagers, has been under scrutiny due to fears that user data could potentially be accessed by the Chinese government. Legislators argue that safeguarding this data is crucial for national security. … Read more

Mariah Carey’s Holiday Hit Lawsuit Likely to Be Dismissed, Judge Leans Toward Ruling in Pop Star’s Favor

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Los Angeles, California — A judge in California is leaning towards dismissing the lawsuit filed against Mariah Carey over her iconic holiday song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” The suit, rekindled in November 2023, implicates Carey in a copyright dispute with Mississippi artist Vince Vance, credited as Andy Stone, who claims Carey’s hit mirrors his 1989 composition bearing the same title. The case, which began in 2022, saw Vance initially seek $20 million in damages. However, he dropped his lawsuit later that year only to refile it with additional details and a co-plaintiff, … Read more