Comment on IDEA Part C SPP/APR, ends May 22, 2026

Comment on IDEA Part C SPP/APR, ends May 22, 2026

Global Imbalances: Drivers, Risks, and Policy Priorities

The Bank of England has published a staff discussion paper on global imbalances, analyzing their drivers, risks, and policy priorities. The paper finds that domestic macroeconomic factors are primary drivers, but industrial policy can have significant impacts. It recommends orderly rebalancing, reformed multilateral stewardship, and strengthened surveillance.

Parker v. Alexander - NY CVA/ASA vs. NYC VGMVPL Preemption

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has certified a question of New York law to the New York Court of Appeals regarding whether state laws (Child Victims Act, Adult Survivors Act) preempt a New York City law (Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Law) that establishes a two-year revival window for civil claims. This decision stems from an appeal concerning previously time-barred claims brought under the city law.

Leadenhall Capital Partners LLP v. Advantage Capital Holdings, LLC - Asset Freeze Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's preliminary injunction that froze the assets of guarantors in a debt collection case. The court found that the lenders had not demonstrated a sufficient lien or equitable interest in the guarantors' assets, as required by Supreme Court precedent, thus reversing the asset freeze for the guarantors.

Russell v. Scott - Constitutional Rights Violation Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of qualified immunity to corrections officer Jason Scott in a case alleging sexual abuse of a pretrial detainee. The court clarified the distinct legal standards for Fourteenth Amendment claims by pretrial detainees versus Eighth Amendment claims by convicted prisoners, finding Scott's alleged conduct violated clearly established constitutional rights.

Second Circuit Court opinion for cases 23-258, 23-263, 23-304, 23-346

Second Circuit Court opinion for cases 23-258, 23-263, 23-304, 23-346

Suarez v. Sullivan - Eighth Amendment Conditions of Confinement and Medical Needs

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's grant of summary judgment in a case brought by inmate Elvin Suarez against New York State correctional and mental health officials. The court found genuine disputes of material fact regarding alleged Eighth Amendment violations related to conditions of confinement and medical needs.

2nd Circuit Court of Appeals - Asylum, Withholding of Removal, CAT for Sri Lankan National

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part a petition for review concerning a Sri Lankan national's claims for asylum and withholding of removal. The court remanded the case to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to determine eligibility for these claims, excluding the material support bar. The petition for review regarding Convention Against Torture (CAT) claims was denied.

Jin v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity for False Arrest

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision, holding that New York City Police Officers are entitled to qualified immunity on a false arrest claim. The court found arguable probable cause existed for the arrest of Guo Hua Jin, overturning the denial of summary judgment.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of summary judgment for a New York City detective, finding he was entitled to qualified immunity on claims of false arrest and malicious prosecution. The court determined that arguable probable cause existed for the arrest and charges, despite conflicting video evidence.