October 05, 2026
The Second Circuit declined Monday to revive a First Amendment suit from three sheriff's office ex-workers who claimed their new boss illegally fired them after he won his election for supporting his opponent, ruling their case fails because they served in policymaking roles.
September 25, 2026
This week, the Second Circuit will consider whether to revive a suit brought by former employees with the Orange County, New York, Sheriff's Office who claim they were fired because they supported the sheriff's opponent in an election.