On March 12, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (the “Department”) published a notice of proposed rulemaking to withdraw the Trump administration’s final rule (the “Rule”) for classifying […]
Department of Labor Officially Withdraws Trump Administration Worker-Classification Rule
On May 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (the “Department”) withdrew a final rule (the “Rule”), announced two weeks before the end of former President Trump’s term, […]
Navigating the New Public Health Environment: How Employers Should Approach CDC and NIOSH Guidance on Health Hazards in the Trump Administration
Under OSHA’s General Duty Clause, employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause serious injury or death. OSHA regulations require PPE and respiratory protection […]
9th Circuit Decision Permits Trump Administration to Deploy National Guard in Portland — Justia News — October 22, 2025
On Monday, October 20, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an order overturning a lower court’s temporary restraining order blocking the Trump administration […]
Trump Administration Sues All Federal Maryland Judges Over Deportation Order — Justia News — June 26, 2025
On Tuesday, the Trump administration filed a lawsuit against all 15 federal judges in Maryland, challenging a court order that temporarily blocks the deportation of immigrants who have […]
Keker Recommits to Diversity Fellowships, Deepening Opposition to Trump Administration Aims
Leaders at California litigation boutique Keker, Van Nest & Peters have made no secret of their disdain for the Trump administration’s stance on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. […]
California Governor, AG Announce Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Deployment of National Guard to Los Angeles
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and California Gov. Gavin Newsom have sued the Trump administration over its “illegal takeover” of the California National Guard to quash protests against […]
9th Circuit Questions Trump Administration on Birthright Citizenship Order
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, hearing arguments over President Donald Trump’s bid to redefine birthright citizenship, pressed a U.S. Department of Justice attorney Wednesday […]
Jenner, Quinn and King & Spalding Guiding Harvard in Battle With Trump Administration Over International Students
Harvard University, armed with different counsel, sued the Trump administration on Friday over its decision to prohibit international students from enrolling in its school. Several partners at Jenner […]
17 AGs Sue Trump Administration for Withholding EV Charging Station Funds
California Attorney General Rob Bonta led a coalition of 17 attorneys general on Wednesday in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding billions in congressionally approved […]