U.S. Government

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Last mentioned: Mar 11, 2026

Timeline

  1. FedEx Lawsuit Filed

    FedEx officially sues the U.S. government for full tariff refunds based on the SCOTUS precedent.

  2. Supreme Court Ruling

    SCOTUS rules that IEEPA does not grant the President unilateral power to impose broad trade duties.

  3. Legal Challenges

    Various importers challenge the legality of IEEPA-based duties in federal courts.

  4. Tariff Imposition

    The Trump administration imposes broad tariffs using IEEPA authority.

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DOJ Clears Path for Private Sector Tech Talent to Join Federal Ranks

The Department of Justice has issued a landmark legal opinion allowing federal agencies to hire high-level technologists who retain financial or professional ties to their private sector employers. This regulatory shift aims to bridge the critical talent gap in AI and cybersecurity by removing traditional conflict-of-interest barriers.

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FedEx Challenges Executive Overreach in Landmark Tariff Refund Litigation

FedEx has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government seeking full refunds for tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The move follows a pivotal Supreme Court ruling that found the Trump administration exceeded its statutory authority in levying these duties, potentially opening the door for billions in corporate claims.

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