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New Yorkers receiving SNAP benefits have filed a class-action lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging newly fast-tracked work requirements that could disqualify many recipients from food aid. The plaintiffs argue that the changes were implemented without sufficient notice, risking the livelihoods of approximately 1.8 million residents who rely on these benefits. The lawsuit comes amid potential federal funding cuts that could halt SNAP payments altogether.
A lawsuit has been filed by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes against Speaker Mike Johnson for refusing to seat Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva, who won a special election. The case is assigned to Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee, and centers on allegations that this refusal denies Arizonans their constitutional right to representation and is linked to a potential cover-up involving the release of the Epstein Files.
A high school teacher, Michelle Mickens, is suing her employer after being placed on indefinite leave for a social media post expressing relief over the assassination of rightwing influencer Charlie Kirk. She claims her First and Fourteenth Amendment rights were violated, especially since other teachers displayed pro-Kirk sentiments without facing similar consequences.
Actress Catherine Corcoran, known for her role in the 'Terrifier' franchise, has filed a lawsuit against director Damien Leone and producers for breach of contract over her backend deal, claiming she has not received her promised share of profits. The lawsuit also alleges violations of SAG rules regarding consent for explicit scenes and details challenging working conditions during filming. Corcoran seeks compensation after receiving only a fraction of what she was owed from the successful horror series.
YouTuber Trevor McNally gained notoriety by demonstrating how easily common locks can be opened, including a $130 trailer hitch lock from Proven Industries. After McNally's viral video showing him bypassing the lock, Proven responded with threats and a lawsuit, claiming copyright infringement and defamation, which has raised questions about the implications of their actions.
The article discusses an incident where a man was body-slammed by police after jaywalking while trying to buy a soda. The encounter resulted in severe injuries, including multiple rib fractures and complications from the trauma, leading the man to sue the police department.