legislative
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How, in a legislative body that has always maintained a large contingent of scoundrels, did Swalwell and Gonzales get the boot in such quick succession—with more potentially in the pipeline?
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Nicchitta made a pitch for legislative change, noting the county was looking to Sacramento to “eliminate loopholes allowing abusive practices by attorneys that inject weak and potentially fraudulent claims into settlement pools.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
State legislative panels convened to investigate the allegations also fizzled out after they were unable to substantiate such claims.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
Growing concern over the phenomenon has led to a flurry of recent legislative proposals.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
This is not even a legal or legislative issue alone.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
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U.S. Government Lingo
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