Politics · 114th Congress
Merrick Garland Trudges On, Awaiting Supreme Court Action
For now, Judge Merrick Garland is in limbo. That is, if heaven is serving on the Supreme Court and waiting in limbo involves a bunch of paperwork.
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Politics · 114th Congress
Clinton Fights to Avoid Deposition in Email Records Case
The courtroom drama will linger, however, as Clinton readies for the Democratic convention next week and Republican lawmakers push for more investigations into the email system. U.S.
Politics · 114th Congress
Hastert to Report to Prison
[ Prosecutors: Hastert Molested at Least Four Boys ] The Illinois Republican was sentenced to 15 months in prison by a federal judge in Chicago on April 27.
Opinion · 114th Congress
Why Removing the Judge Who Gave Stanford Swimmer a Tap on Wrist Is a Terrible Idea
On Thursday, the Republican congressman said there’s a judge in California who needs to be taught a lesson, too — by removing him from the bench.
Politics · 114th Congress
Ami Bera’s Father Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Fraud
When asked by the judge if he was guilty of helping illegally funnel cash to his son’s campaign, Babual Bera said through the interpreter, “I have, in fact, done the crime.”
Policy · 114th Congress
Hastert Gets 15 Months, Admits Abuse at Sentencing
He replied “yes” when Judge Thomas Durkin asked him outright if he committed the abuse, according to the Chicago Tribune . “What I did was wrong and I regret it,” Hastert told the judge.
Policy · 114th Congress
How to Get a Front Row Seat at the Supreme Court
But space inside the courtroom is limited to roughly 400 people.
Obama Taps Merrick Garland for Supreme Court
District Court of Appeals Chief Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court, calling him a “serious man and an exemplary judge” who should appeal to Republicans and Democrats alike.
Aide Sentenced to Prison in Sex-for-Drugs Case
A federal judge sentenced a former aide to Sen.
House Staffer Takes Stand in Capitol Arrest Hearing
The visit to the courtroom comes as McLaughlin is set to leave Capitol Hill at the end of the year.
Jesse Benton Acquitted in Campaign Fraud Case
Earlier in October, a federal judge dropped most of the charges levied against Benton, leaving just one: lying to federal investigators.
Judge Grants Chaka Fattah Contact With Fellow Members, Former Staffers
A federal judge in Philadelphia is making it easier for Rep.
Menendez Keeps Busy at Capitol During Newark Hearing
But Menendez stayed far from the courtroom.
Ex-Cochran Aide Pleads Guilty to Drug Conspiracy
Flowers did not comment as they left the courtroom following the plea hearing, which lasted around 30 minutes.
Gyrocopter Pilot Looks to Crowdfund Defense Counsel
District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly.
National Security or First Amendment? Gyrocopter Case Proceeds
Hughes’ First Amendment-based judicial strategy requires additional action from the judge.
National Security or First Amendment? Gyrocopter Case Proceeds
Hughes’ First Amendment-based judicial strategy requires additional action from the judge.
Intern Might Get Another Shot at Working for Jenkins After Gun Arrest
The Capitol Police officer seated in the back row of the courtroom exited shortly before Wheeler’s lawyer told the D.C. Superior Court judge of his client’s decision to forego the hearing.
Obamacare Lawsuit Judge Sharply Questions Justice Lawyer
Bush-appointed judge made her point, McElvain shook his head, prompting a stern rebuke. “You can disagree with me,” Collyer said, “but I’m the judge.”
Doug Hughes: Congress Must Honor Vows to ‘We the People’
Judge Alan Kay arrived 29 minutes late for the hearing, delayed by a “luncheon,” according to a court employee.