California's attorney general prepares for legal battles with Trump administration NPR's A Martinez talks to California attorney general Rob Bonta about the incoming Trump administration. During Donald Trump's first term, the state sued the federal government more than 100 times. A Martínez
Prosecutors are using lyrics as evidence. That's dangerous for musicians, experts say The trials for rappers Young Thug and Lil Durk have dominated headlines and while the cases are different, lyrics being used against them in the courtroom is the commonality. Rodney Carmichael
Was the Infowars auction fair? A judge wants to hear arguments in December The Onion's bid came out on top, but a bankruptcy judge must sign off on the sale. Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and the losing bidder says the process was "rigged" against them. Tovia Smith
Prosecutors file motion to dismiss Jan. 6, documents case against Trump The move was widely expected after Trump's election victory, and is in line with longstanding Justice Department policy that says a sitting president cannot be indicted or tried on criminal charges. NPR Washington Desk
The man who helped roll back abortion rights now wants to "crush liberal dominance" Leonard Leo of the Federalist Society helped overturn abortion rights. He spoke to Morning Edition about his plans to disrupt Hollywood, Silicon Valley and other perceived centers of liberal thinking through the Teneo Network. Obed Manuel
Adultery is no longer illegal in New York It was considered a Class B misdemeanor, which carries a jail sentence of up to three months. Ayana Archie
Should sex abuse evidence set the Menendez brothers free? A judge will decide. A judge will decide Monday whether new evidence warrants a re-examination of the convictions of Erik and Lyle Menendez in the shotgun murders of their parents 30 years ago. The Associated Press
Jonathan Majors and ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari settle assault and defamation case In a civil lawsuit this spring, the actor's former girlfriend alleged a "pattern of pervasive domestic abuse" in addition to defamation. Her legal team said the suit has been settled. Clare Lombardo
Judge indefinitely postpones sentencing in Trump's hush money case The decision to indefinitely adjourn next week's sentencing date comes several days after both lawyers agreed that a stay would help sort out unprecedented legal questions. Ximena Bustillo
President-elect set to shape 'Trump judiciary' for next generation Legal experts predict President-elect Donald Trump will move quickly next year to cement and extend his legacy in appointing federal judges. Carrie Johnson
