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Biden administration and drug manufacturer ask court to block suspension of mifepristone approval

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The government and drug manufacturer Danco Laboratories came to the court on Friday to ask the justices to put a temporary hold on U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s injunction blocking the FDA’s approval of one of two drugs used in medication abortions. Justice Alito granted a temporary administrative stay until 11:59 p.m., EDT, on Wednesday, April 19.

A table with medical pamphlets and a box of the abortion pill mifepristone

Mifepristone, which blocks the hormone progesterone, is the first of two drugs used in medication abortions. (Robin Marty via Flickr)

PETITIONS OF THE WEEK

Washington family counselor challenges state’s ban on conversion therapy

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A weekly look at new and notable petitions seeking Supreme Court review. This week: a First Amendment challenge to a Washington state ban on the practice of conversion therapy.

CASE PREVIEW

Pair of immigration cases come to the court on issue in some removal proceedings

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The justices will consider whether a criminal offense that does not interfere with an existing investigation qualifies as an “offense relating to obstruction of justice,” which can result in deportation for noncitizens.

CASE PREVIEW

Justices to review standing requirements for suits based on misleading securities registration statements

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Fiyyaz Pirani alleges that Slack’s registration statement was misleading when he purchased 250,000 shares in 2019. On Monday, the court will consider whether he has a right to sue.