Jessica Levinson

President Trump is in a dispute with 23 states and the District of Columbia over election rules and mail-in ballots. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson discusses the legal implications.

CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes the legal implications of Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic. The analysis focuses on whether Fauci can face punishment for exercising his constitutional right.

Republican Sen. Rand Paul released some of Dr. Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary entries ahead of Fauci's Senate hearing. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the subpoena power involved in the release.

Bryan Kohberger is seeking to withdraw his guilty plea in the 2022 University of Idaho murders, claiming he was misled. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes the legal developments surrounding this request.

A U.S. attorney who served for less than an hour is suing the Trump administration over his firing. Roger Rogoff is requesting a federal court to reinstate him as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington.

A multi-day hearing began in Los Angeles for singer D4vd, who faces murder and other felony charges in the death of a 14-year-old girl. The case involves allegations of killing and dismemberment, as reported by CBS News journalists.

A federal judge criticized President Trump, his lawyers, and the Justice Department over Trump's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson provided analysis on the case.

The weeklong pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk concluded on Friday with the defense presenting a final witness. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson provided analysis on the proceedings.

The Supreme Court has allowed Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains the constitutional implications of the law.

A five-day hearing has begun for a man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson is analyzing the proceedings.

The Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson addressed constitutional questions related to the case.

The Supreme Court lifted limits on political party spending for congressional campaigns in a 6-3 decision, ruling the Federal Election Campaign Act violated the First Amendment. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson provided analysis on the ruling.

The Supreme Court issued rulings on cases involving presidential firings and mail-in ballots. CBS News' Jessica Levinson reported on the decisions.

The Supreme Court issued two major immigration decisions, one of which removes deportation restrictions for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the rulings.

The Supreme Court's conservative majority supported Trump administration policies on temporary protected status for migrants and asylum application methods. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the rulings.

The article examines Miranda Rights through the lens of the Supreme Court's reinstatement of Pedro Hernandez's murder conviction in the 1979 case of 6-year-old Etan Patz's disappearance. Legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes how these rights influenced the court's decision.

Lawyers for Luigi Mangione have withdrawn their plan to pursue a psychiatric defense in his New York state murder trial over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision is analyzed by CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson.

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of a Texas man challenging a federal law that prohibited drug users from owning guns. The decision marked a loss for the Trump administration, which had supported the 1968 law. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the ruling.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife are alleged to be under investigation by the Justice Department, which has not commented on the claim. The article discusses the powers of a federal grand jury.

A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's attempt to add conditions to SNAP food benefits. Twenty Democratic states sued over requirements related to gender ideology, immigration, and fair opportunities in sports for women and girls.

The U.S. is experiencing efforts at the state and federal levels to alter election processes as voters participate in primary elections. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson discusses who establishes the rules for U.S. elections.

President Trump's former national security adviser, John Bolton, is planning to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the matter. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has provided analysis on this development.

John Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information, sources tell CBS News. Contributor Jessica Levinson joins with more insight.

The Trump administration is proposing a rule requiring federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes the proposal.

The Justice Department is investigating a nonprofit that funded part of E. Jean Carroll's civil litigation against President Trump, according to CBS News sources. The investigation is criminal in nature, and CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson is providing analysis.

A former CIA official was arrested after FBI agents discovered over 300 gold bars valued at $40 million in his Virginia home. The case is being analyzed by CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson.

Former President Joe Biden is suing the Justice Department to block the release of audio and transcripts from private interviews with a ghostwriter, which are linked to a special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents.

The Justice Department established an 'anti-weaponization fund' as part of a settlement between President Donald J. Trump and the federal government over leaked tax returns. The agreement also includes the IRS pledging not to pursue legal claims against Trump, his family, and companies.

The Supreme Court has dismissed a case concerning the death penalty and IQ testing requirements for death row inmates. The case raised questions about standards for determining inmate competency in capital punishment cases. CBS News reporters Jessica Levinson and Katrina Kaufman provided coverage of the decision.

A California jury dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its executives. The lawsuit was unanimously rejected on Monday. Elon Musk's case against OpenAI has ended in defeat.

The Supreme Court has decided to preserve mail access to the abortion pill mifepristone. This decision allows the pill to continue being sent through the mail. The ruling was broken down by CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson.

Lawyers presented closing arguments in the OpenAI trial between Elon Musk and CEO Sam Altman. The trial was covered by CBS News. Closing arguments are a key part of the legal process.

The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and ordered a new trial. Murdaugh was previously found guilty of killing his wife and son in 2021. The court cited improper conduct by a county clerk as a reason for the overturn.

Senate and House Democrats are investigating President Trump's presidential pardoning power, seeking information on potential 'pay-to-play' dynamics. They have sent letters to over a dozen recipients of executive clemency. The investigation aims to uncover documents about payment history and communications with the president or his associates.

The Supreme Court temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone by mail. This decision allows individuals to receive the pill through the mail. The Supreme Court's ruling is a significant development in the ongoing debate surrounding abortion access.

The Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone via telehealth and mail. This decision was made by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito after an appellate court order blocked an FDA rule. The move allows patients to continue accessing the medication remotely.

Hundreds of donors to Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign are demanding refunds after sexual assault allegations emerged, with over $1.5 million in requested returns. Swalwell, who faces multiple accusations, has shifted campaign funds to legal defense costs and faces potential liability to reimburse donors if found liable. Campaign finance records show his campaign had $4 million in cash before allegations surfaced in April.

The Supreme Court ruled that a Louisiana congressional map adding a second majority-Black district constituted racial gerrymandering, weakening the Voting Rights Act. The 3-6 decision was analyzed by CBS News' Jessica Levinson and David Becker, with Louisiana Rep. Troy Carter sharing his reaction.

The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's new congressional map in a 6-3 decision, weakening the Voting Rights Act and marking a significant victory for Republicans. The ruling highlights concerns over gerrymandering and voting rights protections.

Former FBI Director James Comey is facing federal charges linked to a 2025 social media post featuring '86-47' written in seashells on a beach. The case is being analyzed by CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson, who highlights the Justice Department's challenges in securing a conviction.