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July 14, 2025
4th Circ. Halts End To Afghan Protected Status Amid Appeal
The Fourth Circuit has agreed to temporarily block the Trump administration from ending temporary protected status for Afghans while immigrant rights advocates appeal a lower court's order denying summary judgment in their favor, according to an order issued Monday.
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July 14, 2025
FCC Greenlights Bell Canada's $3.65B Ziply Fiber Deal
The Federal Communications Commission on Monday granted its approval to Canadian communications company BCE Inc.'s planned acquisition of U.S. internet provider Ziply Fiber for about CA$5 billion ($3.65 billion).
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July 14, 2025
Regulators Outline Crypto 'Safekeeping' Guidelines For Banks
Federal regulators said Monday that banks are free to offer cryptocurrency "safekeeping" services but should be mindful of the risks involved, stressing the need for strong cybersecurity and clear customer agreements, among other considerations.
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July 14, 2025
States Blast Trump Admin Over $6.8B Education Fund Freeze
A coalition of states sued the Trump administration Monday over its decision to freeze $6.8 billion in congressionally appropriated educational program funding, leaving schools scrambling ahead of the new school year, the same day the U.S. Supreme Court allowed mass U.S. Department of Education layoffs to move forward.
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July 14, 2025
Groups Renew Push For Everglades Detention Center Ruling
Environmental advocacy groups have renewed their push for an order against an immigrant detention facility in the Everglades, telling a Florida federal court that the center is holding detainees in inhumane conditions and damaging surrounding protected land.

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