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Jul 16, 2026

Ramsey County sues DHS over Thao investigation records

Ramsey County officials sued the Department of Homeland Security seeking records tied to the detention of U.S. citizen ChongLy Scott Thao.

Jun 12, 2026

Judge lets artist’s sculpture destruction lawsuit proceed

A federal judge allows artist John Hock's lawsuit against Franconia Sculpture Park over the destruction of “Prometheus III” to move forward.

Apr 29, 2026

Federal court hears challenge to Minnesota switchblade ban

Minnesota's switchblade ban is challenged in U.S. District Court by Knife Rights, citing Second Amendment protections for arms.

Apr 3, 2026

Justices indefinitely suspend lawyer Igbanugo again

Minnesota Supreme Court indefinitely suspends attorney Herbert Igbanugo again over misconduct, citing frivolous lawsuits and lack of remorse.

Dec 12, 2025

Preservationists sue Trump over White House ballroom plan

Preservationists sued President Trump to halt his White House ballroom project, alleging violations of federal law and a failure to obtain congressional approval.

Nov 18, 2025

Criminal defendant’s mother loses lawsuit against judge

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit against a Minnesota state judge, ruling judicial immunity applies in a case involving firearm conviction disputes and court filings.

Oct 31, 2025

Fired student newspaper adviser claims free speech violation in federal lawsuit

Indiana University student newspaper adviser Jim Rodenbush sues, claiming his firing for refusing to censor content violated his free speech rights.

Oct 28, 2025

Minnesota, other states sue Trump over SNAP shutdown funding

Twenty-two states and D.C. sued the Trump administration, demanding it release emergency funds to keep SNAP food benefits running during the government shutdown.

Oct 17, 2025

Chamber of Commerce sues Trump over $100,000 H-1B visa fee

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is suing the Trump administration, arguing the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful and would harm U.S. employers.

May 19, 2025

ERA advocate sues over male-only draft registration

A federal lawsuit challenges the male-only draft, arguing that the Equal Rights Amendment grants women full constitutional equality under U.S. law.

May 14, 2025

Lawsuit over false background check moves ahead

A father's application to volunteer at his daughters’ school was repeatedly denied after background checks inaccurately listed a pending felony charge.

Mar 13, 2025

Ellison joins lawsuit to block layoffs at the Education Department

Twenty-one state attorneys general, including Minnesota’s Keith Ellison, are challenging the Trump administration’s sweeping layoffs across the Education Department.