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A well-known civil rights leader in San Francisco has found herself as part of a federal lawsuit filed by parents of school children who visited a mosque.

Eleven Jeffrey Epstein survivors voluntarily dismissed their lawsuit against Leslie Wexner, the Wexner Foundation and Nine East 71st Street Corporation after a prolonged fight over whether the case belonged in state or federal court. The lawsuit was originally filed in New York Supreme Court under the city's Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act, accusing Wexner and related entities of helping enable Epstein through financial support, control over his finances and access to the Manhattan townhouse later associated with his abuse. Wexner and the foundation moved the case into federal court, where the dispute quickly became centered on jurisdiction rather than the substance of the allegations. The key fight involved whether complete diversity existed between the parties, particularly because plaintiff Andrea Sterling said she had been living in Tulum, Mexico, while defense lawyers pointed to public material suggesting she still had ties to Miami. After Nine East sought discovery into Sterling's domicile and opposed sending the case back to state court, the plaintiffs moved to dismiss the action.The dismissal was without prejudice, which means the survivors did not lose on the merits and are not necessarily barred from bringing the claims again. That distinction is important because the allegations against Wexner were never adjudicated; the case ended, for now, because of the jurisdictional battle rather than because a judge found the claims insufficient after a full merits review. Wexner has denied knowing about Epstein's abuse, has not been criminally charged, and his representatives have argued that the complaint failed to provide a factual basis for holding him responsible. But the filing window created by New York City law remains open into 2027, leaving the possibility that the survivors could refile under a different procedural posture. So the immediate result is not an exoneration of Wexner or a defeat of the underlying allegations, but a tactical withdrawal after the case became bogged down in a fight over where it should be heard.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein Abuse Claimants Withdraw Wexner Foundation Suit Without Prejudice After Federal Venue Fight | IBTimes UKBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Seven women have filed a civil lawsuit in New York accusing celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai and employee Patrick Coombs of helping groom them for Jeffrey Epstein, including by altering their appearance to suit Epstein's preferences. According to the complaint, Epstein allegedly sent young women and girls to Fekkai's Manhattan salon, where their hair was bleached blond and they were styled to look “as young as possible,” with the plaintiffs describing the salon as a central part of the grooming process. Five of the seven women are proceeding anonymously, while the named plaintiffs include former model Kersti Ferguson and former Playboy Playmate Audra Christiansen. The lawsuit was filed under New York's Gender-Motivated Violence Act and alleges that Fekkai and his salon were part of a broader network that helped manipulate and prepare women for Epstein's abuse. Those allegations have not been proven in court, and Fekkai has denied wrongdoing in connection with separate Epstein-related accusations.The lawsuit also places Fekkai's business relationship with Epstein under scrutiny, alleging that Epstein helped boost Fekkai's commercial success while Fekkai, in turn, provided services that benefited Epstein's operation. The plaintiffs claim Epstein's connections helped Fekkai's products gain access to major retailers, including Victoria's Secret, which was then controlled by Leslie Wexner, and they argue that Fekkai's salon became intertwined with Epstein's broader social and trafficking network. The case comes amid renewed congressional attention to Fekkai after Sarah Kellen reportedly accused him during a closed-door House interview of sexually assaulting her years earlier, an allegation Fekkai has denied. Rep. Thomas Massie has also publicly named Fekkai among people he believes should face further investigation. The new lawsuit therefore pushes Fekkai from being merely another name associated with Epstein into a direct civil defendant accused of helping shape and groom women for Epstein's benefit.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Jeffrey Epstein's Celebrity Hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai Accused of Bleaching Girls Blond and Grooming Them 'Like Dolls' | IBTimes UKBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The federal government plans to kill 450,000 barred owls over 30 years to protect the northern spotted owl — while simultaneously narrowing the definition of harm under the Endangered Species Act to allow old-growth forest logging that will destroy the spotted owl's habitat. Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action and the Center for Humane Economy, joins Corinna Bellizzi to expose the timber industry logic behind both moves. Together, they explain what's happening to wild horses and wolves on America's public lands, and share what 35 years of animal protection work has taught Wayne about how a slippery slope can lead to environmental devastation. We must act to protect America's open spaces and wild habitats. 00:00 — Introduction: The Spotted Owl, the Barred Owl, and the Question of Whose Fault It Is 04:00 — The 14-Mile Zone of Life: How Much Room Do We Actually Share? 06:00 — The Northern Spotted Owl: History, Habitat, and the Timber Wars 10:00 — The Barred Owl Is Not Invasive: The Range-Expansion Argument 14:00 — Human Beings Crossed the Bering Land Bridge: Applying the Same Logic 18:00 — The Plan to Shoot 450,000 Owls: Why It Won't Work 20:00 — The Endangered Species Act: How the Definition of Harm Is Being Gutted 23:00 — The One Big Beautiful Bill and the 60% Timber Increase 27:00 — Old Growth Redwoods, Carbon, and the True Cost of Logging 30:00 — The Lawsuit and What Comes Next 32:00 — Wild Horses: 80,000 vs. 4.3 Million Cattle 36:00 — Wolves: Delisted for Politics, Hunted by Snowmobile 37:00 — Fertility Control as a Humane Alternative 39:00 — Why Every Animal Sequesters Carbon 40:00 — The Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Its Origins 44:00 — The Environmental Groups That Got This Wrong 47:00 — Direct Mail, Organizational Efficiency, and the 95% Program Model 50:00 — What Animal Wellness Action Has Actually Accomplished 53:00 — Wildfires, Forest Management, and Fossil Fuels 57:00 — The Colorado River and the Water Crisis 01:00:00 — What You Can Do: Congress, Donations, and Showing Up 01:02:00 — Closing: Inspired and Enraged Resources Wayne Pacelle on LinkedIn Animal Wellness Action — animalwellnessaction.org Center for Humane Economy — humaneeconomy.org Wayne Pacelle on X Wayne Pacelle on Instagram The Bond — Wayne Pacelle The Humane Economy — Wayne Pacelle Action Alert: Barred Owl Kill Plan Action Alert: Endangered Species Act Definition of Harm Donate to Animal Wellness Action Aldo Leopold — A Sand County Almanac Bill McKibben on Ezra Klein Show CONNECT & SUPPORT CARE MORE BE BETTERSubstack: https://caremorebebetter.substack.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetterTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-betterCAUSE PARTNER: If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner —Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jane Doe No. 6 filed suit against Jeffrey Epstein in federal court in South Florida in September 2008, accusing him of sexual assault and battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and coercion and enticement to sexual activity. Her allegations described the same broader system that appeared throughout the Epstein cases: economically vulnerable teenage girls were brought into his Palm Beach home under the guise of providing massages, only for those encounters to become sexual. Doe No. 6 sought to pursue the case without publicly revealing her identity, arguing that forcing her name into the open would expose an alleged sexual-abuse victim to humiliation, unwanted attention, and further intrusion into intensely private details of her life. The request for anonymity was therefore not simply about avoiding publicity; it was about allowing her to confront an extraordinarily wealthy and powerful defendant without making her identity another piece of information available for public consumption.The importance of that protection became even clearer as the litigation progressed. Doe No. 6 later told the court that an investigator had appeared at the office of her former employer and asked personal questions about her, leaving her worried that people who did not know she was suing Epstein would discover both her identity and the nature of the sexual-abuse allegations. She specifically expressed concern that investigators working on Epstein's behalf would continue contacting people in her life and effectively disclose that she was a plaintiff in a sexual-abuse lawsuit. Her effort to remain Jane Doe No. 6 thus illustrated the enormous imbalance facing Epstein's accusers: pursuing accountability could mean exposing not only the alleged abuse itself, but their employment history, relationships, personal lives, and identities to investigation and scrutiny. Anonymity offered Doe No. 6 a measure of protection while still forcing Epstein to answer the allegations against him in court.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Jane Doe 1 asked a federal court to allow her to remain anonymous while pursuing a lawsuit tied to Jeffrey Epstein, arguing that forcing her identity into the public record would expose her to exactly the kind of harm the case was meant to address. Her lawsuit alleged that personally identifying information connected to Epstein survivors was improperly disclosed in recent Justice Department releases, and she said that exposure had already led to anonymous calls, threats to her safety, damage to her professional reputation and renewed emotional trauma. In seeking to proceed under a pseudonym, Jane Doe 1 argued that the highly sensitive nature of the allegations, combined with the risks attached to being publicly identified as an Epstein survivor, outweighed the usual presumption that civil litigants should appear under their real names.The court agreed, finding that Jane Doe 1 had demonstrated a reasonable fear of serious harm if her identity were publicly disclosed. The judge noted that cases involving sexual assault and abuse could justify anonymity when disclosure risked additional trauma, embarrassment or threats, and concluded that those concerns outweighed any immediate prejudice to the defendants. Jane Doe 1 was therefore permitted to continue litigating under a pseudonym for the time being, although the defendants could later ask the court to reconsider if they showed that her anonymity unfairly interfered with their ability to defend the case. The ruling gave her a measure of protection while the lawsuit moved forward and underscored the continuing fight over survivor privacy in the latest wave of Epstein-related litigation.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

An 11-year-old boy was allegedly physically and sexually assaulted in April at Eisenhower Middle School in Kansas City, Kansas. In August, the district's school board received notice of a pending $5 million lawsuit for failing to prevent the attack.

Wednesday September 2, 2026 Meta to Pay $17 Million to Settle Lawsuit

In the past year, tech companies have laid off thousands of employees. But when CEOs blame "AI innovation," they're redirecting attention from something much more predictable: job discrimination and gig-ification. Emily and Alex examine some narratives of AI-streamlined workplaces — and why they don't match up with reality.References:Block press release: "From Hierarchy to Intelligence""Lawsuit claims Meta's layoff decisions were made by AI, not humans"Fresh AI Hell:"OpenAI's latest math breakthroughs commit research misconduct, experts say"Also referenced: Leiden Declaration"AI Assisted Autism Screening"Weird comparison of "AI" emissions to other data center activityPaved paradise and put up a data center"What if you just talked to your children"Palate cleanser: US judge holds DOGE accountable for output they took from ChatGPTPalate cleanser: Data center opposition momentumCheck out future streams on Twitch. Meanwhile, send us any AI Hell you see.Find our book The AI Con here, and MAIHT3k merch here.Subscribe to our newsletter via Buttondown.Follow us!EmilyBluesky: emilymbender.bsky.socialMastodon: dair-community.social/@EmilyMBenderAlexBluesky: alexhanna.bsky.socialMastodon: dair-community.social/@alexTwitter: @alexhannaMusic by Toby Menon.Artwork by Naomi Pleasure-Park. Production by Ozzy Llinas Goodman.

A lot can happen in a week. Mary and Andrew begin with the most recent movement in the court battle against President Trump's three-tiered mail-in voting executive order. Last week, Judge Talwani issued a fresh injunction blocking one provision of the EO centered around the Postal Service, two days after the Supreme Court lifted a block from the same judge, saying the provisions in the EO could not be applied to November's midterms. The co-hosts affirm that this fight is far from over before moving to two more updates from cases they talked about last week: a motion brought by Mary's ICAP team alongside others challenging the 2026 birthright citizenship EO and a decision on Minnesota's effort to extradite an ICE agent from Texas, after he was charged with shooting Julio Sosa-Celis through the door of a Minnesota home. Next, a win for Anthropic after a federal judge ruled against the Pentagon, saying it acted illegally in labeling the AI company a “supply chain risk.” Plus: a moving video from an active-duty Marine Colonel pleading for an Afghan national to return to the US after he was deported- despite his asylum status after his family helped the US military in Afghanistan. A video edition of this episode is available on YouTube now. Further Watching: Here is the full video that Andrew mentioned about Khalil from Active-duty Marine Colonel Zach Schmidt, via Ryan Goodman's Bluesky post: https://bsky.app/profile/rgoodlaw.bsky.social/post/3muagjmc35k23 A Note to Listeners: As the 2026 midterm elections heat up, MS NOW is headed to the Lone Star State. Join more than a dozen of your favorite hosts - including Rachel Maddow, Lawrence O'Donnell, Jen Psaki, Michael Steele, Ali Velshi and more - in Arlington, Texas on September 26 for a day of community and conversation about the issues that matter most to you. Get your tickets at ms.now/together. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: John Ternus officially takes over as Apple CEO. And Anthropic signs $35 billion cloud computing deal backed by Nvidia. Imani Moise hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investor Barry Knapp makes the case for a Fed rate cut with global yields back on the rise. FTC Andrew Ferguson on the agency's new lawsuit against Amazon. Plus, an officer from electrical workers union, I.B.E.W., Local 26, tells us why data centers are “the best opportunity in generations for blue-collar workers to attain a portion of the American dream.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James Czerniawski takes a closer look into the FTC lawsuit against Amazon (AMZN) filed by the agency and 22 U.S. states. The suit alleges that Amazon made $20 billion off deceptive advertising practices. As James explains, the lawsuit can lead to heavy implications against Amazon should the Mag 7 giant be seen as liable. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-...Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-...Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/19192...Watch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplu...Watch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-net...Follow us on X –   / schwabnetwork  Follow us on Facebook –   / schwabnetwork  Follow us on LinkedIn -   / schwab-network   About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Plus: Nvidia invests $3.5 billion in Taiwanese chipmaker MediaTek . And Strategy buys bitcoin for the first time since June. Imani Moise hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After six years of legal fights, we finally have a federal court ruling in Chuck's dispute with Minnesota's engineering licensing board. Chuck and Strong Towns executive director John Reuter go back to the complaint that started the case, why Chuck's temporarily lapsed license became the opening for the board's action, and how a dispute over his public advocacy turned into years of hearings and litigation. Chuck also reflects on reaching the end of a fight that has followed him for years and what the decision could mean for other engineers who have held back from speaking publicly about their profession. Additional Show Notes Confessions of a Recovering Engineer (Site) Can an Engineer Speak Out for Reform? (Article) Chuck Marohn (Substack)   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you! Join fellow members discussing this episode in The Commons.

Plus: Renewed fighting in the Strait of Hormuz sends Brent crude futures back above $90 a barrel. And PG&E shares are down after lawmakers introduce new wildfire legislation. Alexis Moore hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nerdpocalypse opens with a tribute to Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor behind Optimus Prime, who passed away at 85. We discuss his massive legacy across generations of Transformers fans. Then some serious news: a lawsuit alleges Elon Musk's xAI used child sexual abuse material to train its Grok models, a disturbing allegation we break down along with its implications.On the lighter side: Ryan Gosling has publicly thrown his name in the ring for Warner Bros.' live-action Flintstones reboot centered on Bamm-Bamm, we discuss whether that idea makes any sense. Dave Bautista's casting as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series is now official. Miami Vice '85 rounds out its cast with Danny Ramirez, Michael B. Jordan, and Austin Butler. Amazon's RoboCop series casts its Alex Murphy. Ridley Scott is reportedly returning to the Alien franchise to complete the David trilogy. "Hooters: the movie" is apparently happening, because someone thought that was necessary. Plus trailers for Get Jiro and The Social Reckoning.The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

Democratic Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul talks about why his state decided to join a lawsuit against the U.S. Postal Service and what he thinks the impact of the mail voting dilemma will be on other states nationwide.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

A federal lawsuit over a Tombstone police K9 attack has reached a critical stage, with a judge now being asked to decide whether some claims can be resolved before trial.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A coalition representing hundreds of independent grocers is suing New York City over Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to open five city owned grocery stores, arguing the taxpayer backed stores could put neighborhood businesses at a disadvantage. WNYC and Gothamist reporter Karen Yi looks at what the lawsuits challenge, how the city is defending the plan and whether the experiment could ultimately help lower costs for both shoppers and small grocers. Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org. Photo by Kendall Rodriguez/Newsday RM via Getty Images Additional Notes: Mamdani's plan for cheaper groceries could hurt minority grocers, lawsuit says⁠ TikTok is the new 311: New Yorkers tag Mayor Mamdani on social media for help⁠ Late start to school year puts NYC parents in a childcare crunch⁠ NJ, NY cosmetology schools to teach twists and turns of Black hair, to root out bias⁠ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss giving away water, lawsuit abuse, housing children and a congressional run.

Two environmental organizations have filed a lawsuit to stop the sale of mining licenses near American Samoa. The legal dispute comes at a time of intense competition between the USA and China over valuable raw materials at the bottom of the sea. - Zwei Umweltschutzorganisationen haben Klage eingereicht, um den Verkauf von Bergbaulizenzen in der Nähe von Amerikanisch-Samoa zu unterbinden. Der Rechtsstreit fällt in eine Zeit intensiven Wettbewerbs zwischen den USA und China um die wertvollen Rohstoffe des Meeresbodens.

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In this episode of Talk Law Radio, attorneys Todd Marquardt and Benjamin T. Kemmy lead a discussion covering personal financial planning strategies and the legal complexities of high-profile medical malpractice claims. Episode Summary The episode opens with Todd Marquardt presenting the "Financial Focus" segment on behalf of Financial Planning HQ. Marquardt addresses the common financial dilemma faced by parents: prioritizing saving for a child's college education versus preparing for retirement. He outlines current college cost projections, discusses alternative options such as community college and merit/athletic scholarships, and highlights modern trends where families emphasize return on investment (ROI) when choosing career paths. In the primary segment of the show, Marquardt is joined by San Antonio attorney Benjamin T. Kemmy, whose practice focuses on personal injury and medical malpractice. Together, they analyze the civil medical malpractice lawsuit filed by Lindsay Clancy—a former Massachusetts labor and delivery nurse facing murder charges for strangling her three children during a severe mental health crisis—against her treating psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and medical facilities. The discussion breaks down the legal framework of medical negligence, the standard of care in psychiatric treatment, the challenges of proving causation, and the key differences between civil and criminal proceedings. Key Takeaways Values-Based Financial Planning (College vs. Retirement): Financial decisions regarding higher education should be aligned with family values and long-term security. Relying solely on retirement delay to fund college can lead to financial instability, whereas alternatives—such as local free community college programs or merit and athletic scholarships—can ease the burden. Modern college planning increasingly focuses on the return on investment (ROI) of a chosen degree relative to career earning potential. Core Elements of a Medical Malpractice Claim: To recover civil money damages, a plaintiff must establish four key legal elements: Duty, Breach, Causation, and Damages. Physicians owe patients a duty to provide care that meets the accepted national standard of a reasonable and prudent practitioner in similar circumstances. Breaches in psychiatric cases often center around failure to obtain proper patient history, improper medication management (uncoordinated polypharmacy), and failure to investigate severe symptoms such as intrusive thoughts or command hallucinations. The Challenge of Proving Causation in Psychiatric Cases: Demonstrating that medical negligence directly caused a tragic event (such as self-harm or harm to others) is often the most difficult burden for a plaintiff's legal team. Courts often scrutinize whether an act was an independent action of the patient or a foreseeable outcome of prescribed psychotropic medications and uncoordinated care. Civil Lawsuits vs. Criminal Trials: Burden of Proof: Criminal cases require the state to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt to strip someone of liberty. Civil lawsuits require a lower standard—preponderance of the evidence (proving allegations are more likely true than not) to award financial compensation. Roles of Judge and Jury: In civil trials, the judge decides issues of law and admissible evidence, while a jury of non-experts acts as the sole judge of the facts, evaluating conflicting expert testimony to determine liability. Communication in Healthcare: Lack of communication and poor record coordination among multiple healthcare providers represent one of the most frequent root causes of medical negligence. -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.net If you found this episode valuable, please Subscribe and hit the Notification Bell on YouTube. Sharing this podcast with other parents, grandparents, and caregivers helps raise vital awareness to protect the children in our communitiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. David Legates examines the growing legal battle over “citizen suits” and who has the authority to enforce federal environmental law. The Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act all gave private citizens and organizations the ability to sue when they believed environmental laws were being violated. For decades, these provisions have allowed environmental groups to challenge companies and government agencies in court. But critics argue that citizen suits have increasingly become a mechanism for influencing federal policy outside the normal democratic and regulatory process.Now, the Trump Administration is pushing back, arguing that the Constitution places responsibility for enforcing federal law with the Executive Branch and that private advocacy groups should not be able to dictate national policy through litigation. The Justice Department recently intervened in a citizen suit involving an artificial-intelligence facility, arguing that private litigants should not be able to use environmental law to undermine national energy and technology priorities.So, are these actions an unconstitutional restriction of citizens' rights, or an effort to restore the separation of powers and prevent “regulation through litigation”?Dr. Legates examines the history of citizen-suit provisions, the controversial practice of “sue and settle,” the constitutional arguments surrounding executive enforcement authority, and the increasingly important question of whether unelected advocacy organizations should be able to shape federal policy through the courts. The issue may ultimately make its way to the U.S. Supreme Court.This episode is an update to our earlier discussion, “Sue and Settle,” and asks a fundamental question about American government: When Congress passes a law, who should ultimately decide how that law is enforced—the Executive Branch, or private citizens and advocacy groups?https://theconversation.com/trump-administration-moves-to-block-public-from-enforcing-environmental-protection-laws-288687https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/7604https://www.cbsnews.com/news/texas-senate-passes-bill-curbs-abortion-pills-mailing-into-state/https://fedsoc.org/events/citizen-suits-separation-of-powers-and-the-future-of-the-supreme-court-s-standing-jurisprudencehttps://www.justice.gov/opa/media/1446141/dl?inlineVisit our podcast resource page: https://cornwallalliance.org/listen%20to%20our%20podcast%20created%20to%20reign/Our work is entirely supported by donations from people like you. If you benefit from our work and would like to partner with us, please visit www.cornwallalliance.org/donate. 

In episode 2117, Jack and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by creator and writer of The RedDot Comics, Kim Winder, to discuss… META Settlement of 17 Billion Apparently Not Enough? Chris Hansen Totally Chill About The New A24 Pattinson Movie, The Real Chris Hansen Is Buying Up Ads Before Every Screening Of Primetime, Teacher’s Designated Fart Corner Sparks Online Debate, The Numbers Behind The Celebrity Death “Apocalypse” and more! Meta to Pay Up to $17.1 Billion in Landmark Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims Chris Hansen Buys Ads Before Every Screening of A24’s ‘Primetime’ Chris Hansen Was Turned Away From ‘Primetime’ Screening After Refusing To Sign Standard NDA, Not “Sign Away” His Rights Chris Hansen thinks Denis Leary, not Robert Pattinson, should be playing him in a movie A ‘gas station' for farts? This Georgia teacher says it's a classroom win-win The celebrity death apocalypse is coming Why are so many well-known people dying this year? Dolly Parton, Catherine o hara, and Chuck Norris just to name a few. 2025 has been the craziest year for celebrity deaths in a long time Is it me or has there been an extra amount of famous people dying within the last couple days? 2023 has been one of the worst years for celebrity deaths. 2016: Worst Celebrity Death Year Ever? Have more famous people died in 2016? Are More Celebrities Dying? A Statistical Analysis Protect Betty White: Fans raise money to save actress from 2016 Was 2016 the Deadliest Year for Celebrities? Lots of celebrities died in 2016. But 2017 won’t get any better. Is 2016 Really a Worse Year Than Usual for Celebrity Deaths? The real reason so many celebrities have died in 2016 LISTEN: Came To Give Love (Outro) feat. Timbaland by AaliyahSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s show started with the big announcement that Lauren London has been cast to play Snoop Dogg’s late mother, Beverly Tate, in the upcoming Snoop Dogg biopic. The role is especially meaningful because Tate is credited with giving Snoop his famous nickname, and recent reports reveal the film will also feature actors portraying Tupac Shakur and Dr. Dre as it chronicles the rap icon’s rise to fame. The show also discussed Busta Rhymes’ settlement with a former assistant, ending a legal battle that began with allegations of unpaid wages and workplace misconduct. According to recent court filings, the dispute was settled for $25,000, a dramatic reduction from the nearly $6 million originally sought by the former employee. The conversation continued with Beyoncé’s remarks about natural beauty, authenticity, and self-confidence, as the superstar encouraged people to embrace individuality rather than chase perfection, a message that has resonated widely amid ongoing debates about beauty standards and social media pressure. The crew also unpacked the buzz surrounding Janet Jackson’s absence from the blockbuster Michael Jackson biopic, with new comments from nephew Jaafar Jackson suggesting Janet may have declined to be portrayed because she has considered telling her own story through a separate film project. Elsewhere, the show weighed in on a headline-making surrogacy dispute involving a critically ill newborn and debated who should have the final say when a surrogate and biological parents disagree about a child’s medical future. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Three Big Conversations: Meta settles lawsuits with an $18 billion pledge to make social media safer - 06:08 what Gen Alpha is wearing for the back-to-school season - 18:30 the legacy of the beloved country music singer Dolly Parton - 29:52 Song of the Week: "Loser" by Tame Impala - 00:46 → Click here to read the lyrics (language) → Click here to see the video (language) In Other News: - 39:48 Australia's much-touted social media ban for teenagers is falling apart (paywall) as state authorities find it impossible to outsmart the tech prowess of fifteen-year-olds. Naur! China's big box office winner this week was made on a shoestring budget. The plot is a dream about a cow, or a dream of a cow, or perhaps a cow's dream. The movie was praised for its "craftsmanship." According to data from Eventbrite, events advertising shared hobbies (think mahjong or birdwatching) as "meet cutes," or chances to meet potential romantic partners, increased by 117% over the last year. Fanfiction publishing platform Wattpad, a longtime haven for teens experimenting with fanfiction, updated its content guidelines. Some users were convinced (incorrectly) that Wattpad would no longer host sexually explicit content and fled to another platform called AO3. The Olivia Rodrigo-backed Daisy Chain Festival will take place in Irvine, California, this weekend. The music festival is also a charity benefit and will feature an all-female lineup of musicians, including Doechii, Bikini Kill, Mitski, Katseye, and even the OG female-led festival queen, Sarah McLachlan.

MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss why a physician group is suing the government over the most recent dietary guidelines, an expensive new NIH policy, and a pediatrician running to succeed Lindsay Graham. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by

Yale Law School Professor of Law Jed Rubenfeld weighs in on Luigi Mangione's double jeopardy claims. Rutgers Law School Professor of Law Ellen Goodman discusses the lawsuit concerning the API service providing early access to the President's Truth Social posts. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor of School of Labor and Employment Relations Michael LeRoy explains […]

A donor to Governor Stitt sues the state to avoid going back to jail.Oklahoma gets ready for its final execution of the year.The board governing school athletes makes changes to a controversial rule regarding transfers.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

A veteran is so fed up with the homelessness and drugs in Seattle that he put up his own money to call out the city with a billboard. Washington lowered flags for Dolly Parton after cutting her book program twice. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear was involved in the Mariners’ first pitch ceremony last night for some reason. // Darline Graham wins in S.C. and Democrats are now pretending it’s a vulnerable state -- along with Arkansas? Hasan Piker is making things difficult for Abdul El-Sayed. Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner says Democrats will blow up Trump’s ballroom if they retake the White House. // Meta has agreed to a massive settlement after several states sued in a child safety case.

A veteran is so fed up with the homelessness and drugs in Seattle that he put up his own money to call out the city with a billboard. Washington lowered flags for Dolly Parton after cutting her book program twice. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear was involved in the Mariners’ first pitch ceremony last night for some reason. // Darline Graham wins in S.C. and Democrats are now pretending it’s a vulnerable state -- along with Arkansas? Hasan Piker is making things difficult for Abdul El-Sayed. Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner says Democrats will blow up Trump’s ballroom if they retake the White House. // Meta has agreed to a massive settlement after several states sued in a child safety case.

The show also discussed Busta Rhymes’ settlement with a former assistant, ending a legal battle that began with allegations of unpaid wages and workplace misconduct. According to recent court filings, the dispute was settled for $25,000, a dramatic reduction from the nearly $6 million originally sought by the former employee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Politicians are touting the proposed settlement with Facebook & Instagram's parent company, Meta, as a victory against social media additive practices that targeted young people. And while some of the new restrictions might have some marginal impacts, I'm not sure it will lead to lasting benefits.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

(August 27, 2026) Meta to pay up to $17.1 billion in landmark settlement over social media addiction claims. How will Meta’s new rule affect teens? Here are the changes. Judge allows Postal Service to restrict mail voting… for now. Is this the worst time to buy a house in California? Why timing really is everything.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Episode 5618: META Lawsuit Lets Zuckerberg Off The Hook

Meta Platforms has been the subject of several lawsuits. By some estimates, the potential fines for these lawsuits were as high as the market cap of the entire company. Today, the company settled several of these high-profile lawsuits for $18 billion and for several changes to its social media apps. Lou, Rachel, and Tyler dig into the details of the settlement and how it will impact Meta. Plus, Intuit's earnings and the listener mailbag. Have a question? Email us; podcasts@fool.com Tyler Crowe, Rachel Warren, and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Meta's $18 billion settlement - Was this a “best case scenario” for Meta? - Intuit's earnings: SasSpocalyse or corporate complacency? - Mailbag: Will Uber's European fines impact its future? Companies discussed: META, GOOGL, INTU, UBER Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mormon Church is claiming their lawsuit against John Dehlin has nothing to do with freedom of speech. Of course not! They are just trying to sue John Dehlin into oblivion so he will agree it is wiser and less-expensive to stop criticizing Mormonism. It is so obvious that even church members are noticing and… Read More »RFM Slams Church Lawsuit: RFM: 476

According to Mary and Andrew, recent moves by President Trump's administration have been following a pattern: “If at first you don't succeed, try try again.” The co-hosts begin by breaking down the flurry of news surrounding mail voting, starting with Monday afternoon's decision by the Supreme Court to allow President Trump's executive order curtailing mail voting to proceed, though not issuing a decision on the merits of the order. They discuss that decision in conjunction with the Postal Service's announcement on Friday for a final rule that would comply with the executive order, a move that Andrew calls a proxy for the government to “have the Postal Service act in a way that has a clearly disproportionate impact on certain voters.” Then, a conversation about birthright citizenship after a motion was filed yesterday rejecting Trump's executive orders that attempt to limit the legal principle. Plus, an analysis of the Second and Ninth Circuit Court's rulings disqualifying U.S. Attorneys that were improperly appointed by Trump and a quick nod to Minnesota suing the governor of Texas for not extraditing an ICE agent accused of shooting a man in Minneapolis.  Tune in next week as we switch to Wednesday morning releases — and video editions of Main Justice available on YouTube. A Note to Listeners: As the 2026 midterm elections heat up, MS NOW is headed to the Lone Star State. Join more than a dozen of your favorite hosts - including Rachel Maddow, Lawrence O'Donnell, Jen Psaki, Michael Steele, Ali Velshi and more - in Arlington, Texas on September 26 for a day of community and conversation about the issues that matter most to you. Get your tickets at ms.now/together.  Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.