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Supreme Court Rules Government Must Prove Dangerousness in Gun Seizure Case
The Supreme Court determined the government failed to establish that Ali Hemani posed a danger when it charged him with illegal firearm possession tied to marijuana use. The decision requires prosecutors to prove their stated justification for disarmament applies to the specific person they are prosecuting.
Supreme Court Rules Federal Law Preempts State Lawsuits Over Roundup Labeling
The Supreme Court sided with Monsanto in a dispute over who controls pesticide warning labels, ruling that federal law prevents states from requiring additional cautions beyond those approved by the EPA.
07/11/2026
Supreme Court Sides With Marijuana User in Gun Possession Case, Leaves Questions Unanswered
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Ali Hemani, who was prosecuted for possessing a firearm while using marijuana. The decision invalidated his conviction under a federal statute that bans gun ownership by "unlawful users" of controlled substances, but the Court's reasoning may leave prosecutors and judges uncertain about future cases.
07/11/2026
Senate Approves Measure Calling for End to Iran Conflict
The Senate passed a House-approved measure Wednesday calling for an end to military operations against Iran, marking rare congressional action as the two countries engage in preliminary talks.
07/11/2026
Supreme Court Immigration Rulings Set to Reshape U.S. Asylum Framework
Recent Supreme Court rulings on immigration will reshape how the U.S. handles asylum cases and border enforcement. Policy analysts point to significant changes in eligibility and processing timelines ahead.
07/11/2026
U.S. Lifts Iran Oil Sanctions; Trump Touts Economy in Pennsylvania; Judge Blocks DOJ Subpoenas
The Biden administration removed oil sanctions targeting Iran as former President Trump campaigned in Pennsylvania. A federal judge blocked the Department of Justice from pursuing subpoenas against Minnesota officials.
07/11/2026
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