A Campbell’s Soup executive, Martin Bally, has been placed on temporary leave following allegations of disparaging remarks made about the company’s products and customers. These comments, which included referring to Campbell’s offerings as “shit for fucking poor people” and making racist statements, were reportedly recorded and are detailed in a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by former employee Robert Garza. Garza claims he was fired after reporting Bally’s behavior, which also included comments about the ingredients used. Campbell’s is currently investigating these allegations, which have also prompted a denial from the company about the use of bioengineered meat, while Garza’s lawsuit alleges retaliatory dismissal and a racially hostile work environment.
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Federal labor unions have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that its new “merit hiring plan” violates applicants’ First Amendment rights. The plan includes an essay question asking how applicants would advance the president’s agenda, which the unions argue creates an unconstitutional, politically-driven hiring system. Currently, the “loyalty question” is part of over 6,000 federal job postings, leading the unions to request a preliminary injunction to prevent its use. Federal employees have submitted anonymous declarations expressing concerns that the question infringes on their rights and could lead to retaliation.
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In a recent video, six Democratic lawmakers with military or intelligence backgrounds reminded active-duty personnel they can refuse illegal orders, citing concerns about threats to the Constitution. This triggered an extreme response from the right, including former President Trump, who suggested the lawmakers’ actions were punishable by death. The lawmakers were simply reiterating service members’ oath to defend the Constitution and the right to refuse unlawful orders. Trump’s reaction is particularly concerning given his past actions and willingness to politicize the military, making the lawmakers’ warning a necessary one.
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Two Texas chapters of the Center on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) have initiated legal action against Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, challenges Abbott’s designation of CAIR as a foreign terrorist organization and subsequent ban on the group owning land within the state. The suit alleges violations of CAIR’s First Amendment rights to freedom of speech and association, along with due process violations under the Fourteenth Amendment. CAIR’s legal challenge also highlights Abbott’s direction to investigate the organization, as well as claims made by the Governor that CAIR is a “front group” for Hamas and a direct subsidiary of the Muslim Brotherhood.
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A former FBI intelligence specialist is suing FBI Director Kash Patel, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and the FBI, alleging he was unlawfully fired for displaying a Progress Pride flag. The lawsuit claims that David M. Maltinsky was dismissed from the FBI Academy, just weeks before graduation, for displaying the flag, which he argues was a protected form of expression. The complaint states the dismissal was unconstitutional and politically motivated, citing that Maltinsky’s superiors had previously approved the flag’s display. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement, back pay, and a ruling against the government punishing employees for LGBTQ+ identity or expression.
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A federal appeals court panel upheld the dismissal of Donald Trump’s $475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN. The court found Trump’s claims regarding CNN’s use of “the Big Lie” to be “unpersuasive” and determined that the term did not constitute a false statement of fact. The judges, including those nominated by Trump, stated that the term was susceptible to multiple interpretations and that CNN’s use of it, therefore, did not support a defamation claim. This decision is the latest in a series of failed lawsuits by Trump against media outlets reporting on his claims.
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The BBC has declared it will defend itself against President Trump’s threatened lawsuit, dismissing his claims of reputational damage and potential damages up to $5 billion. The broadcaster’s legal response centers on the argument that the Panorama program, “Trump: A Second Chance?,” did not air in the United States due to licensing restrictions, thus preventing any harm to his reputation within the US. Furthermore, the BBC implemented geo-blocking on its iPlayer platform, ensuring the program was inaccessible to American viewers.
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Suffolk County has been ordered to pay $112 million to hundreds of immigrants after a federal jury determined their constitutional rights were violated. The lawsuit stemmed from detentions in county jails between 2016 and 2018, where 674 individuals were held for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) despite having posted bail. News outlets have reached out to the county for comment, but have not received a response.
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A lawsuit filed Monday alleges an Army gynecologist at Fort Hood secretly recorded intimate videos of a patient, who is believed to be one of many victims. The suit claims Army leadership was aware of sexual misconduct complaints against Dr. Blaine McGraw for years but allowed him to continue practicing. McGraw has been suspended and is under investigation by the Army Criminal Investigation Division, who have contacted at least 25 women after discovering photos and videos on his electronic devices. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the plaintiff, “Jane Doe,” alleges McGraw’s actions included inappropriate touching, crude remarks, and unnecessary procedures, leaving the woman feeling violated and unsafe.
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Suffolk County Jailed Immigrants Awarded $112M by Federal Jury
Suffolk County has been ordered to pay $112 million to hundreds of immigrants after a federal jury determined their constitutional rights were violated. The lawsuit stemmed from detentions in county jails between 2016 and 2018, where 674 individuals were held for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) despite having posted bail. News outlets have reached out to the county for comment, but have not received a response.
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