Tag: May 2025

Equinox Group LLC Fined $600K for Membership Cancellation Deception…
New York – The Equinox Group, LLC has been penalized $600,000 by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for making it difficult for New Yorkers to cancel their fitness memberships. The settlement is a result of Equinox’s failure to adhere to clear disclosure of subscription terms and an accessible cancellation process. Attorney General Letitia…

Bernadine Thomas Sentenced to 5 Years’ Probation for Homicide by Ne…
New York – In a grim announcement, New York Attorney General Letitia James revealed the sentencing of former New York City Police Department (NYPD) Officer Bernadine Thomas for her role in the tragic death of her husband. The 36-year-old officer, who called time on her career following the incident, was sentenced to five years’ probation…

Trump Administration, Illegally Terminating NSF Diversity Projects,…
New York – In a bold legal move, New York Attorney General Letitia James has joined forces with 15 other state attorneys general to sue the Trump administration for its illegal attempts to slash critical National Science Foundation (NSF) programs. The lawsuit targets the administration’s moves on April 18th to terminate projects enhancing diversity in…

Letitia James Prevails Against Trumps Invalid Tariffs, New York NY,…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured a decisive legal victory against the Trump administration’s imposition of worldwide tariffs. The United States Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump’s tariffs, imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), are invalid and cannot be enforced. The court decision was in favor of Attorney…

Michael Thompson, Methamphetamine Trafficking, Texas 2023
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Letitia James, Trump Administration’s Refugee Ban Challenge, New Yo…
New York Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 19 other attorneys general are fighting tooth and nail to safeguard the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) from an unlawful attempt to dismantle it by the Trump administration. In the high-stakes legal battle, Pacito v. Trump, the coalition is urging the Ninth Circuit to uphold…

Letitia James Leads Multi-State Revolt Against AMA Certification Re…
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James is leading a multi-state revolt against the American Medical Association (AMA), accusing the organization of passively endangering doctors who provide abortion and gender-affirming care. The core of the issue: board certification requirements that force practitioners to travel to states actively hostile to these medical services, putting…

Edward Redding, Federal Charges, Michigan 2025
DETROIT, MI – Edward Redding is embroiled in a federal criminal case currently underway in the Eastern District of Michigan. The United States of America has brought charges against Redding, case number 2:25-cr-20393, details of which remain tightly guarded as the legal proceedings unfold. The Grimy Times has confirmed the case is actively being litigated,…

Letitia James Blocks Trump Administration’s ED Dismantling Attempt,…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has scored a decisive victory against the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Education. Today, a court order was granted that halts the controversial plan to slash 50 percent of the Department’s workforce and transfer critical services. The legal battle began when AG James led a coalition…

Letitia James Co-Leads Bipartisan Push Against Youth Substance Abus…
New York – In a bold move against youth substance abuse, New York Attorney General Letitia James has co-led a 40-state bipartisan coalition to push for the Youth Substance Use Prevention and Awareness Act. The legislation aims to combat rising drug use among young people through evidence-based public education campaigns and strategic community outreach. In…
