Secret Service Deploys Civil Disturbance Team to Ocean County
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The U.S. Secret Service dispatched its Civil Disturbance Unit to Ocean County last week in anticipation of unrest surrounding a “No Kings” … Read more
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New Jersey Cops Wore Army Uniforms on Patrol After Civil War
PATERSON, N.J. – The Paterson Police Department is highlighting the legacy of Frederick G. Graul, one of the city’s first police officers and a Civil … Read more
DOJ launches civil rights probe into LA Sheriff’s Department over concealed carry delays
WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to determine whether it … Read more
San Diego sheriff’s deputy charged with civil rights violation, obstruction
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego Sheriff’s Deputy has been indicted on federal charges of violating a detainee’s civil rights and obstructing justice after allegedly … Read more
New Jersey launches Civil Rights Innovation Lab to combat AI algorithmic discrimination
TRENTON, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have announced new measures to address the growing … Read more
Former federal prison lieutenant pleads guilty to civil rights charge
RALEIGH, N.C. — A former Federal Bureau of Prisons lieutenant admitted to conspiring to violate an inmate’s civil rights after directing a violent retaliation against … Read more
New Jersey bill seeks to expand civil service benefits for veterans, ending long history of ridiculous ‘wartime’ requirements
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is one of the few states in America that discriminates against U.S. military veterans who served, by requiring them to … Read more
Has BLM Lost its Ability to Spark Civil Unrest and Riots in Wake of Daniel Penny Acquittal?
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Black Lives Matter organizers called for protests across New York City following the acquittal of Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran charged … Read more
As The GOP Heals and Rebuilds in America, New Jersey Republicans Bracing for All Out Civil War
TRENTON, N.J. — With the dust barely settling after the 2024 elections, New Jersey Republicans are embroiled in deep internal divisions as the party looks … Read more
Driver Who Caused Stamford Motorcycle Crash Facing Charges, Possible Civil Action
STAMFORD, Conn. — Stamford police arrested a 58-year-old local man on Friday in connection with a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred earlier this year. Hector Rolando … Read more
Two Passaic County Correctional Officers Indicted for Civil Rights Violation and Obstruction of Justice
NEWARK, N.J. — Two correctional officers from Passaic County were indicted by a federal grand jury today for violating a pretrial detainee’s civil rights and … Read more
Maryland Congressman Threatens January 6th Insurrection, Civil War If Trump Wins Election
WASHINGTON, D.C. – If former U.S. President Trump wins the November election and becomes the 47th President of the United States, one U.S. Congressman says … Read more
New Jersey Announces Civil Service Exam for Entry Level Firefighters
TRENTON, NJ – The state has announced the availability of the 2024 New Jersey Civil Service Entry Level Firefighter Exam application. The deadline for submitting … Read more
Andrew Cuomo Says Trump Civil Fraud Case ‘Should Have Never Been Brought’
Former Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York said on Friday that Democratic Attorney General Letitia James of New York never should have brought the … Read more
Wildwood Mayor Says Civil Unrest Threat Prompted Shutdown of Famous Boardwalk
WILDWOOD, NJ—In response to an overwhelming number of service calls during the Memorial Day weekend, the City of Wildwood Police Department, along with city officials, … Read more
Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division In Partnership With The United States Attorney’s Office For The District Of Maryland To Monitor Compliance With Federal Voting Rights Laws In Maryland
The department’s Civil Rights Division and the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland work in partnership to enforce the federal voting rights … Read more
Former Columbus vice detective sentenced to 11 years in prison for depriving victims’ civil rights, obstructing justice
Andrew K. Mitchell, 60, of Sunbury, pleaded guilty in December 2023 to two counts of depriving individuals of their civil rights while acting under color … Read more
To Free Palestine, Pro-Hamas Protesters Vandalize Civil War Statue in Manhattan
NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate suspects involved in the vandalism of the General William … Read more
Blue State University Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into Confrontation Between Professor And Pro-Palestinian Student: REPORT
The University of California Berkeley opened an investigation into a law professor after a video spread online of her stopping a pro-Palestinian student from speaking … Read more
ERIC BLEDSOE: Tennessee Taking Lead In Protecting Civil Rights And Free Enterprise—And Stopping Political Debanking
Last week, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R.) signed into law a first-of-its-kind ban on politicized debanking. Sponsored by Rep. Jason Zachary (R.) and Senate Majority … Read more
‘Hurt A Jew, We Sue You’: Dershowitz Suggests Suing If Liberal DAs Don’t Prosecute Possible Civil Rights Violations
Noted attorney Alan Dershowitz said Wednesday that Jewish students harassed by anti-Israel protesters should consider filing lawsuits if left-wing prosecutors refuse to file charges. Dershowitz’s … Read more
EXCLUSIVE: School Districts Slapped With Civil Rights Complaints Over Racially-Organized ‘Affinity Groups’
A parental rights organization filed civil-rights complaints against two school districts in Colorado on Friday, alleging they discriminated against parents by race. Parents Defending Education … Read more
Trump Co-Defendant Accuses Fani Willis Of Racism, Threatens Civil Rights Lawsuit
A co-defendant in former President Donald Trump’s Georgia election case said Monday he would be taking legal action against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, … Read more
New Jersey Civil Rights Division Finds Crowne Plaza Edison in Violation for Lack of Accessible Restrooms
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR), under the leadership of Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, has issued Findings of Probable … Read more
Terraform Labs and founder Do Kwon found liable in US civil fraud trial
By Jody Godoy NEW YORK (Reuters) -A jury in Manhattan found Singapore-based Terraform Labs and its founder Do Kwon liable on civil fraud charges on … Read more
Civil rights groups decry effort to punish US federal inmates for social media use
By Sarah N. Lynch WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A proposed change to U.S. federal prison rules that would punish inmates for using social media or directing … Read more
CBP uncovers almost 500 pounds of mango within vehicle; agriculture specialists issue $1,000 civil penalty at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered almost 500 pounds of mango among other prohibited agriculture products in a single enforcement action … Read more
‘Civil War’ movie set in near-future US poses questions about politics and journalism
By Hanna Rantala LONDON (Reuters) – Filmmaker Alex Garland wants “Civil War”, a tense thriller about a group of journalists documenting societal collapse as they … Read more
Billionaires sought to help fund Trump bond in civil fraud case, sources say
By Alexandra Ulmer (Reuters) -Some major Republican donors were working together to help U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump fund the original bond amount needed to … Read more
Explainer-What’s next for Trump in his New York criminal and civil cases?
By Jack Queen (Reuters) – Donald Trump lost his bid on Monday to delay a criminal trial stemming from hush money payments paid to a … Read more
University Faces Federal Civil Rights Investigation For Race-Based Fellowship Program
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is facing a federal civil rights investigation over a fellowship program that allegedly discriminates based on race. The Equal Protection Project … Read more
Former Tennessee Corrections Officer Sentenced for Civil Rights Violation
NASHVILLE, TN – James Stewart Justice, a former corrections officer at the Maury County Jail in Tennessee, was sentenced to 15 months in prison followed … Read more
CBP uncovers almost 300 live plants within vehicles; agriculture specialists issue $1,300 in civil penalties at Laredo Port of Entry
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and agriculture specialists discovered almost 300 undeclared live plants in two separate enforcement actions at the … Read more
Former Kentucky Federal Corrections Lieutenant Sentenced for Violating the Civil Rights of an Inmate and Writing False Reports
Two other former corrections officers at U.S. Penitentiary Big Sandy in Kentucky – Samuel Patrick, 41, and Clinton Pauley, 42 – previously pleaded guilty to … Read more
Former Kentucky Federal Corrections Lieutenant Sentenced for Violating the Civil Rights of an Inmate and Writing False Reports
Two other former corrections officers at U.S. Penitentiary Big Sandy in Kentucky – Samuel Patrick, 41, and Clinton Pauley, 42 – previously pleaded guilty to … Read more
Former Pearl Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Civil Rights Offense
According to court documents and information presented in court, Michael Christian Green, 26, while on duty as a certified law enforcement officer with the Pearl … Read more
Trump Wins ‘Mixed Victory’ At Appeals Court In NY Civil Fraud Case
Trump Wins ‘Mixed Victory’ At Appeals Court In NY Civil Fraud Case Harold Hutchison on February 28, 2024 A New York appeals court judge stayed … Read more
Portland Public Schools Face Civil Rights Complaint For Disciplinary Policy That Factors In Race, Gender Identity
Portland Public Schools Face Civil Rights Complaint For Disciplinary Policy That Factors In Race, Gender Identity Katelynn Richardson on February 17, 2024 An education advocacy … Read more
‘They Are Lunatics’: Trump Blasts Letitia James, Judge After Civil Fraud Case Ruling
‘They Are Lunatics’: Trump Blasts Letitia James, Judge After Civil Fraud Case Ruling Harold Hutchison on February 16, 2024 Former President Donald Trump blasted Democratic … Read more
Rhode Island District Collects Over $6.9 Million in Criminal and Civil Actions in Fiscal Year 2023
PROVIDENCE, RI – Zachary A. Cunha, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Rhode Island, announced the collection of $6,952,328.06 in criminal and civil actions … Read more
Southern District of California Recovers Over $30 Million in Criminal and Civil Actions
SAN DIEGO – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California has announced the collection of $30,730,539.87 in criminal and civil actions for … Read more
Passaic County Correctional Officers Arrested for Civil Rights Violation and Obstruction
NEWARK, N.J. – Three Passaic County correctional officers were arrested for allegedly violating a pretrial detainee’s civil rights and conspiring to obstruct justice, U.S. Attorney … Read more
Trump’s civil fraud trial: four key moments
By Jack Queen (Reuters) – Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial in New York is set to conclude with closing arguments on Thursday, as the state’s … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s new civil laws aim to boost investment, but caution lingers
By Pesha Magid and Hadeel Al Sayegh RIYADH/DUBAI (Reuters) – For private equity investor Imad Ghandour changes in Saudi Arabia’s laws are prompting a rethink … Read more
Singapore imposes civil penalty on Credit Suisse for managers’ misconduct
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has imposed a civil penalty of S$3.9 million on Credit Suisse AG for the bank’s failure … Read more
Former Maryland Correctional Officer Sentenced to Eight Years in Federal Prison for Civil Rights Violations
Greenbelt, Maryland – U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis sentenced former Correctional Officer Owen Nesmith, age 54, of Baltimore, Maryland, today to eight years in federal … Read more
Federal Court Permanently Stops City of Springfield, Illinois from Enforcing Discriminatory Ordinance and Awards Civil Penalties
This week, a federal court in Illinois entered a permanent injunction against the City of Springfield, Illinois, prohibiting it from enforcing a local spacing ordinance … Read more
Federal Court Permanently Stops City of Springfield, Illinois, from Enforcing Discriminatory Ordinance and Awards Civil Penalties
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – This week, a federal court in Illinois entered a permanent injunction against the City of Springfield, Illinois, prohibiting it from enforcing a … Read more
Trump gag orders in NY civil fraud case should remain, AG says
By Luc Cohen NEW YORK (Reuters) – Donald Trump should remain barred from speaking publicly about court staff in his civil fraud trial, the New … Read more
U.S. Attorneys Office for District Of New Jersey and Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division File Statement of Interest in Religious Land Use Case Involving Orthodox Jewish Congregation
NEWARK, N.J. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey and the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and filed a statement of … Read more