Tag: Supreme Court
Thomas’ Citizens United vote enabled billionaire benefactor to boost political power
"The Crows' influence-buying and political spending are emblematic of a larger problem: the ongoing attempt by billionaires to purchase our democracy."
US Supreme Court’s blow to Big Oil ‘should open the floodgates...
"The high court's decision is a major victory for communities across the country that are fighting to hold Big Oil accountable and make them pay for the climate damages they knowingly caused," said one advocate.
Critics say new revelations in judicial record bolster case for Thomas...
"DOJ is the only agency positioned to truly hold Thomas accountable, because Thomas's conduct is more than unethical—it's likely criminal."
US Supreme Court issues second administrative stay on abortion pill access
The Supreme Court issued its second administrative stay, which further pauses the federal court's ruling and halts the new limitations on access to medication abortion.
Clarence Thomas proves it’s time for Supreme Court term limits
If justices can be bought by billionaires, lifetime terms only enable corruption rather than protect the U.S. Supreme Court from undue influence.
Clarence Thomas proves Justices can’t police themselves
The Supreme Court needs term limits and a binding code of ethics.
ProPublica reveals Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas accepts gifts from Republican...
In a statement from Crow, he acknowledged his relationship with Justice Thomas over the years, but said it was “no different from the hospitality we have extended to our many other dear friends.”
US Justice Department tells Supreme Court to reject Big Oil petition...
The Justice Department is siding with communities in Colorado and across the U.S. that are fighting to hold Big Oil companies accountable for their climate lies.
US strike activity surged in 2022 as SCOTUS workers’ rights ruling...
"Workers will face potential liability for any damages the employer deems to be related to the work stoppage. This would greatly limit workers ability to strike and would be a gross misinterpretation of the NLRA."
What’s really at stake in a politically charged Supreme Court case...
Moore v. Harper could transform the law—but not in the way that many pundits, or even politicians, anticipate.
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Popular sugar substitute erythritol damages blood-brain barrier, elevating stroke risk
A new study shows how erythritol, a zero-calorie sugar alternative, directly damages human cells that comprise the blood-brain barrier.
House progressives demand answers over alleged abuse in US-Ecuador military operation
Lawmakers are demanding the Pentagon explain the legal basis for joint US-Ecuador operations after reports alleged civilian sites were bombed and detainees were tortured.
From ICE to Iran, veterans are challenging US militarism
Antiwar veterans are leveraging their unique credibility to oppose the war in Iran, stop ICE and support active duty resisters.
Amazon deforestation falls to eight-year low as scientists warn gains remain fragile
Researchers credit stronger enforcement and environmental protections in Brazil while warning that fires, illegal logging, and political threats continue to endanger the rainforest.
Nearly all plant-based meat alternatives Contain mycotoxins
The researchers found that 100 percent of the plant-based meat substitutes contained at least one of 19 different types of mycotoxins, often showing high "co-occurrence" (multiple toxins in a single product).