Trump accountability lawsuits

Washington, D.C. Federal Election Commission Independence Challenge

Lawsuit filed by the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and its congressional campaign arms against President Donald Trump (R), Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and its commissioners challenging Executive Order 14215, which purports…

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Washington, D.C. United States Agency for International Development Shutdown Challenge

Lawsuit filed by the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition (AVAC) and the Journalism Development Network (JDN) against President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Russell Vought and…

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Washington, D.C. Special Counsel Unlawful Dismissal Challenge

Lawsuit filed by Hampton Dellinger, head of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, against President Donald Trump and several political appointees within his administration challenging Trump’s attempt to illegally fire him. 

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Elon Musk Hollows Government So Trump Can Refill It

In more than 30 lawsuits filed against the new administration — including involving Musk’s activities — the government has not won one on the merits.

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Montana Voter Registration Penalty Law  is Permanently Blocked

Parts of Montana's HB 892 is now permanently blocked after more than a year of litigation.

Trump’s DOJ Withdraws Claims In Texas Redistricting Lawsuit

Litigation is ongoing, with a coalition of pro-voting groups continuing their legal efforts for fair maps in Texas.

Washington Supreme Court Upholds State’s Ballot Signature Verification System

The state's highest court determined that signature matching doesn't violate the state's constitution.