Benjamin Weiss - Profile and Journalist Details

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• Citing escalating threats, judiciary urges Congress to set aside more cash for court security

  By Benjamin Weiss

  Apr. 18, 2025

• Schumer asks DOJ to investigate attack on Pennsylvania governor as hate crime

  By Benjamin Weiss

  Apr. 17, 2025

• Senate blue slip tradition intact, for now, as Schumer blocks Trump nominees for NY prosecutors

  By Benjamin Weiss

  Apr. 16, 2025

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Courthouse News Service

Courthouse News Service is an American news agency that specializes in civil litigation reporting. Founded in 1990 by Bill Girdner, who continues to serve as owner and editor, the company is based in Pasadena, California. It provides original news content from state and federal trial courts and appellate courts across the United States, employing reporters nationwide to ensure comprehensive coverage. The agency offers both free and paid services, with paid subscribers receiving alerts about new filings and rulings. Courthouse News also covers federal and state legislation and congressional activity. In addition to its digital journalism, the company produces a podcast called Sidebar. Its primary audience includes lawyers, law firms, nonprofits, government agencies, corporations, media outlets, and academic institutions, with over 2,200 subscribers as of 2020. Courthouse News Service has received recognition for its commitment to legal journalism, including the James Madison Award for First Amendment advocacy in 2023.