The Supreme Court will hear Gov. McDonnell’s appeal. It was pretty likely the Court would do this once it allowed the former governor to stay out of jail pending a decision on the cert. petition. The Court would not have… Continue reading
Bloomberg BNA:
The Supreme Court is set to consider in the coming weeks whether to grant review in two cases that could reshape the legal landscape for government ethics and campaign finance.
First, the justices are scheduled to consider… Continue reading
Must-read Bob Bauer:
Critics of the McDonnell prosecution have argued that elected officials engage in “routine” political behaviors that should not be confused with the “official acts.” Politicians are kind to their campaign contributors and supporters, helping them where they… Continue reading
This brief brings together, among others, Bob Barr and Bobby Rush. Here is how the brief phrases the question presented:
Whether, in a case involving solicitation of campaign contributions, Evans v. United States, 504 U.S. 255 (1992), modified the holding… Continue reading
AP:
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey may appeal his indictment on corruption charges, based partly on his argument that some of the charges stem from routine legislative work protected by the Constitution.
The United States Court of Appeals… Continue reading
NYT:
It would be, I think, irresponsible not to spend some time talking about what those things, what those trials, have taught us, and what those cases may mean for how everyone can get good government,” Mr. Bharara said.… Continue reading