Morning Docket: 07.16.19
* A breakdown of the Republican efforts to take over the courts by Elie Mystal. We'll have more on this later. [The Nation] * Cardi B is not taking any guff from attorneys. [Cardi B] * Conservative group "Checks and Balances" issues statement condemning Trump's racist attacks on the Squad. FedSoc opts for looking at the ceiling and whistling while walking away. [National Law Journal] * This may come as a shock, but international law experts are pretty sure Trump's asylum shenanigans are illegal. [Time] * Charities are getting donations in cryptos which beyond the tax implications makes you wonder, "haven't those people suffered enough?" [Legaltech News] * Marvel beats suit over Iron Man 3 poster. Still $7 million away from beating Avatar though. [Law360] * Abortion gag rule takes effect setting up yet another court fight. When is it going to be Infrastructure Week? [Huffington Post] * Meek Mill's new trial begins. [Courthouse News Service]
