Restrictions

Missouri House Committee to Review Bills Increasing Restrictions on Gender Expression

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House Committee on Emerging Issues is set to examine multiple pieces of legislation that could significantly impact the expression of gender identity in the state. These bills propose restrictions on gender-related accommodations in schools and workplaces, sparking debate on the boundaries of gender identity. One collection of proposed bills would require schools across Missouri to provide facilities such as bathrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms that are segregated by biological sex. Violations of this requirement could result in legal actions against schools. Similarly, another bill aims to extend this … Read more

Trump’s Lawyer Challenges Unprecedented Restrictions on Testimony in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Case

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In a recent court filing, lawyer Alina Habba, representing former President Donald Trump, argued for his right to testify in the defamation case brought against him by E. Jean Carroll. Carroll, a prominent columnist, accuses Trump of defaming her in response to her allegations of sexual assault. Habba criticized the measures proposed by Carroll’s legal team, asserting that they would unfairly impede Trump’s defense. These measures include restrictions on Trump’s testimony regarding the context of his statements and whether they were made with malice. Specifically, Habba objected to Carroll’s team’s demand that Trump acknowledge, outside … Read more

Senate Finance Committee Demands Stronger Restrictions on Pharmacy Data Sharing with Law Enforcement

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New York, NY – The proposed HIPAA rules regarding provider disclosures to law enforcement have come under scrutiny by the Senate Finance Committee. In a letter addressed to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the committee raised concerns about pharmacies sharing patient data with law enforcement without proper warrants. The letter emphasized the sensitivity and potential stigmatization of prescription information, calling for stricter regulations in three areas: requiring warrants before sharing information, preventing sharing between law enforcement agencies, and mandating notification when information is disclosed. Pharmacies and other … Read more

Former President Trump Defies Judge’s Restrictions, Addresses Court in Fiery Closing Arguments

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NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump addressed the court during closing arguments in his civil fraud trial in New York on Thursday, despite restrictions imposed by the judge overseeing the case. Judge Arthur Engoron had previously informed Trump’s attorneys that he could only speak if he limited his comments to relevant facts and the application of the law. However, Trump’s legal team did not agree to the conditions. During the final day of proceedings, Trump criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James and defended his business practices. He stated that he had done … Read more