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Assange to plead guilty to felony allowing return to Australia, divisive issues on press freedom.
Supreme Court to review Tennessee law banning gender-affirming medical care for minors, pivotal legal moment.
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Julian Assange Expected to Plead Guilty for a Felony
Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is set to plead guilty to a felony related to publishing government secrets. The plea deal allows him to return to Australia after serving time in a British prison. The agreement would put an end to a longstanding legal battle involving national security and press freedom. Some advocates express concerns about the precedent this guilty plea might set.
Supreme Court to Review Ban on Gender Transition Care
The Supreme Court will review a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming medical care for minors under 18, including puberty blockers. This review marks the first opportunity for justices to assess the constitutionality of such bans present in many U.S. states. Meanwhile, the court is anticipated to finalize numerous high-profile rulings before its current term ends, making this a pivotal moment for legal decisions.