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"Why Don't We Know" from the Brechner Center at Univ. of Florida is out: We expect government secrecy from the CIA—not from our universities and our schools. But many institutions designed to protect our children...are instead hiding critical information. whydontweknow.com/
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It's a simple question. We expect government secrecy from the Pentagon or the CIA — not from our universities and our schools. But in many cases, institutions designed to protect our children are in...1 day ago
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Lawsuit against the NRA isn't just for show, it's serious
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The NRA now faces a significant threat by an attorney general’s office that plans to seize its coffers.5 days ago
Why Don’t We Know: new investigative podcast looks at state universities’ ban on athletes talking to the media.
And how it’s likely a completely unconstitutional infringement on freedom of speech.
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Upgraded charges against Derek Chauvin may make convictions more likely, lawyer says www.today.com/video/upgraded-charges-against-derek-chauvin-may-make-convictions-more-likely-lawye... via @TODAYshow
Upgraded charges against Derek Chauvin may make convictions more likely, lawyer says
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NBC News legal analyst Danny Cevallos tells TODAY the upgrading of charges against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin from third-degree to second-degree murder may actually make it easier...2 months ago
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Defense lawyers rail about unfair prosecutions. Flynn's case shows why.
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Analysis: It's rare to get a behind-the-scenes look at how federal investigators do their jobs.3 months ago
Jury in Harvey Weinstein trial deadlocked on 2 of 5 counts
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Jury in Harvey Weinstein trial deadlocked on 2 of 5 counts
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After four days of deliberations, jurors in the Harvey Weinstein trial say they are deadlocked on two of the most serious charges against the disgraced movie mogul. The judge has asked them to continu...6 months ago
Michael Avenatti guilty on all counts in Nike extortion case. A lawyer can demand money to settle a claim—not to prevent release of damaging information. www.nbcnews.com/now/video/michael-avenatti-guilty-on-all-counts-in-nike-extortion-case-78798405831
Michael Avenatti guilty on all counts in Nike extortion case
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Attorney Michael Avenatti has been found guilty on all counts of trying to extort up to $25 million from Nike. NBC News’ Danny Cevallos reports.6 months ago
Trump administration targets New Yorkers over new state law limiting information release by DMV.
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Does President Trump’s impeachment trial set a precedent?
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Does President Trump’s impeachment trial set a precedent?
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Legal experts weigh in on Trump’s impeachment trial after the Senate votes to acquit.6 months ago
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Trump’s defense says there is no way to tell if political actions are corrupt
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White House defense council Patrick Philbin argued that There is no way to tell if political actions are corrupt because the public cannot get into someone’s head to tell. NBC News legal analyst Dan...6 months ago
Rudy Giuliani has expressed interest in being both lawyer and witness at Senate trial. The rules of ethics generally prohibit lawyer-potential witnesses. But...it's sort of happened before in presidential impeachments. www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/potential-witness-giuliani-could-still-join-trump-s-defense-tea...
A potential witness, Giuliani could still join Trump's defense team. It's happened before.
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Analysis: Legal ethics rules for the courtroom address the issue of conflicts of interest.7 months ago
Chief Justice Roberts takes central role (but not necessarily a powerful one) at Trump’s impeachment trial www.nbcnews.com/now/video/chief-justice-roberts-takes-central-role-at-trump-s-impeachment-trial-7... @NBCNewsNow
Chief Justice Roberts takes central role at Trump’s impeachment trial
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Chief Justice John Roberts will be front and center when President Trump’s Senate impeachment trial kicks off. He is only the third chief justice in U.S. history to preside over a presidential impea...7 months ago