Upholding

Supreme Court Rejects Review of Maryland’s Handgun Licensing Law, Upholding Strict Safety Measures

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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court declined to take up a challenge to Maryland’s handgun licensing law, leaving in place the state’s stringent rules that require prospective handgun owners to undergo a comprehensive approval process including fingerprinting and firearms training. This decision marked a significant victory for gun control advocates and upheld a prior ruling by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals from August 2024. The petition to the Supreme Court was brought by a coalition of gun owners, the pro-firearms group Maryland Shall Issue, and the Montgomery County-based Atlantic Guns store. They contended … Read more

Federal Judge Strikes Down CFPB’s $8 Credit Card Late Fee Rule, Upholding Higher Charges as Per CARD Act

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FORT WORTH, Texas — A federal judge in Texas has handed a significant setback to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) by ruling against its recent regulation that would drastically lower credit card late fees to $8, describing the move as an overreach of the bureau’s authority. The decision emerged from U.S. District Judge Mark T. Pittman, who is predicting a likely failure for the CFPB’s initiative based on his assessment. Judge Pittman, appointed under the Trump administration, articulated that the rule contradicted the provisions of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of … Read more

Judges Emphasize Importance of Upholding January 6th Truth Amid Increasing Pardon Discussions

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As discussions about pardons for defendants involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot intensify, members of the judiciary have expressed concerns about maintaining an accurate historical narrative of the events. The pivotal moment marked by the attack on the U.S. Capitol continues to resonate in legal and political debates, underscoring the importance of impartiality and factual integrity in the judicial process. Amid these debates, some Republican figures, including former President Donald Trump, have hinted at potential pardons for those convicted relating to the Jan. 6 events. This possibility has stirred controversy and drawn criticism from … Read more

Victory for Privacy: U.S. Court Rules Against Treasury Sanctions on Crypto Privacy Tool, Upholding Key Rights for Developers and Users

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In a recent ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court, the U.S. Treasury’s sanctions on Tornado Cash, a privacy-focused smart contract tool, were found to be illegal, marking a significant victory for the cryptocurrency industry and advocates of digital privacy. Tornado Cash had been previously sanctioned on allegations that it facilitated illegal activities due to its ability to anonymize cryptocurrency transactions. This landmark case highlights ongoing debates surrounding technology, privacy, and regulation. The court’s decision clarified that immutable smart contracts, such as those used by Tornado Cash, do not constitute property that can be sanctioned; they … Read more