Oversight Project
Coverage of Oversight Project in the Nexus archive.
- Judge blocks Arizona elections rule barring ‘intimidating’ and ‘harassing’ clothing
A federal judge blocked Arizona’s elections rule prohibiting clothing deemed 'intimidating' or 'harassing' at polling places, citing vagueness in enforcement standards. The ruling, issued two weeks before the July 21 primary election, favored the Pima County Republican Party and The Oversight Project, who argued the rule violated free speech. The provision, part of Arizona’s Elections Procedures Manual, was drafted by Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and approved by Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes.
- Mayes: Pima County GOP can’t cite a single time the rules they want blocked were misused
Pima County Republicans are challenging provisions in Arizona's 2025 Elections Procedures Manual in a U.S. District Court, arguing they violate the U.S. Constitution. Attorney General Kris Mayes and Secretary of State Adrian Fontes defend the rules, stating they align with existing state law and should not be blocked ahead of the July 21 primary.
- DC's bid to block Trump’s National Guard deployment hits basic legal snag: Can’t sue itself
Washington, D.C. faces a legal hurdle in its lawsuit against Trump's National Guard deployment, as courts question whether the district can sue the federal government. The case centers on D.C.'s claim of self-governance versus federal authority, with Trump-appointed judges suggesting the city lacks standing to sue.
- DC's bid to block Trump’s National Guard deployment hits basic legal snag: Can’t sue itself
DC's National Guard lawsuit against Trump's deployment faces a legal hurdle as courts question if the district can sue itself. The case centers on D.C.'s claim of self-governance versus federal authority, with judges suggesting the city lacks standing to challenge federal actions in court.