Judicial Review Begins for Alberta Separation Referendum
Court proceedings begin to examine proposed Alberta separation referendum question. Legal experts scrutinize wording as province considers historic vote on independence from Canada.
Category : Constitutional Issues
Texas judge blocks Ten Commandments school law
Federal judge issues temporary injunction against Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public schools. Legal battle continues over religious symbols in education.
CAQ Constitution Gives Government Sweeping Powers
Quebec's proposed constitution would grant the government extensive powers, weaken checks and balances, and sideline minority rights, legal experts warn. Learn about the democratic concerns.
Quebec French streaming law tests Netflix, Spotify
Quebec's proposed Bill 109 could force streaming giants to comply with French content quotas, raising constitutional questions and potential market exit. Expert analysis reveals the stakes.
Christian Group Sues Quebec Over Cancelled Concert
A Christian group is suing Quebec City for cancelling a Sean Feucht concert, alleging Charter rights violations. The U.S. singer's entire eastern Canada tour faced cancellations.
Court: Ottawa Police Board Violated Free Speech Rights
Ottawa small claims court rules police board's speaker vetting policy breached Charter rights. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe urged to champion free speech reform.
South Carolina Considers Nation's Strictest Abortion Bill
South Carolina legislators are examining what could become the most restrictive abortion legislation in the United States as opponents continue challenging limits. Stay informed on this developing story.
Canada's Quest to Rediscover National Unity and Trust
Geoff Russ argues Canada must rebuild shared cultural foundations and sturdy institutions to maintain social cohesion. Discover why national unity matters for Canada's future.
Supreme Court Declines to Revisit Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Kim Davis, leaving the 2015 same-sex marriage ruling intact. A victory for LGBTQ+ rights in Canada and beyond.
Supreme Court Rejects Same-Sex Marriage Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Kim Davis's appeal to overturn the 2015 same-sex marriage ruling, preserving marriage equality nationwide. Read the full analysis.
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Same-Sex Marriage Nationwide
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision legalizing same-sex marriage. This reaffirms marriage equality nationwide. Learn more about this pivotal ruling.
Court Rejects Challenge to Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Kim Davis, reaffirming the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. Read the full analysis.
Federal government spent $2M on Bill 21 court fight
The Canadian government has spent nearly $2 million on legal challenges to Quebec's controversial Bill 21. Discover the details of this constitutional battle.
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Same-Sex Marriage Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court considers a longshot appeal to reverse the nationwide legalization of same-sex marriage. Read the latest on this pivotal legal challenge.
Supreme Court Faces Landmark Passport Gender Case
A groundbreaking legal challenge reaches America's highest court, questioning whether U.S. passports must recognize non-binary gender identities. Discover how this case could reshape federal documentation.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Transgender Passport Policy
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge against the Trump administration's passport policy, allowing continued restrictions on gender marker changes for transgender Americans.
Supreme Court Backs Trump on Passport Gender Markers
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to Trump-era passport policies, allowing the continued blocking of transgender and nonbinary individuals from choosing their own sex markers. This landmark decision impacts thousands seeking accurate
Supreme Court to hear Saskatchewan pronoun law appeals
Canada's highest court will hear the pivotal case challenging Saskatchewan's controversial parental consent requirement for pronoun changes in schools, setting a national precedent for LGBTQ+ rights and provincial authority.
Are Canadian Judges Undermining Parliamentary Democracy?
A critical examination of judicial activism in Canada reveals how courts may be undermining democratic processes through expansive Charter interpretations, raising concerns about parliamentary sovereignty.
Chrétien: Premiers Too Quick to Override Rights
Ex-Prime Minister Jean Chrétien warns that provincial leaders are increasingly willing to use the notwithstanding clause, threatening fundamental Canadian rights and freedoms in pursuit of political agendas.
Supreme Court to decide on Sask pronoun law challenge
Canada's highest court considers intervening in Saskatchewan's controversial school pronoun policy requiring parental consent for students under 16, setting up a landmark LGBTQ2+ rights battle.
California GOP Sues to Overturn Prop 50 Powers
California Republican lawmakers challenge the constitutionality of Proposition 50, arguing the suspension power violates democratic principles and due process rights.
Supreme Court Skeptical of Trump Immunity Claim
Conservative justices question scope of presidential immunity as Trump's legal team argues former presidents should be protected from prosecution for official acts.
Supreme Court Skeptical of Trump's Tariff Authority
The US Supreme Court appears skeptical of granting presidents unlimited tariff powers as justices question the scope of executive authority in trade disputes.
Germany cracks down on Muslim groups threatening constitution
German authorities conduct nationwide raids targeting radical Muslim organizations in sweeping security operation aimed at protecting democratic values.
Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears
Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.
Canada's Battle Against Hate: Bill C-9 Explained
As hate crimes surge across Canada, new legislation aims to strengthen legal tools against extremism. Discover how Bill C-9 could reshape Canada's approach to combating hate speech and protecting vulnerable communities.
Pope Francis Criticizes Trump Immigration Policies
In a powerful message, Pope Francis condemns treatment of immigrants, drawing direct parallels to Donald Trump's controversial policies and calling for compassion over walls.
California Proposition 50: Political Suspension Explained
Discover how California's rarely-used constitutional provision is creating political waves and holding legislators accountable in Sacramento.
Maine Enacts Red Flag Gun Law After Tragedy
Maine implements groundbreaking extreme risk protection order legislation following tragic mass shooting, empowering law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed dangerous.
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