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Navigating the Impacts of the New Administration at HUD
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Doing Business in the US: Immigration, Labor, and Employment Law Update for International Companies
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Navigating President Trump’s New EO on Immigration Enforcement, Tariffs, and International Trade
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Nonprofits and the Trump Administration - The First Ten Days
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CommonWealth Beacon | JULY 31
Trump policies offer mixed messages on affordable housing
This article covers mixed messages for affordable housing within the Trump administration’s policies. The story references and quotes a recent article by Affordable Housing & Real Estate deputy practice leader and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen on uncertainty surrounding Section 8 funding. Click here to read article.

NewsNation Live | JULY 26
NewsNation Live
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins this broadcast for a conversation on developments involving Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz, including the start of deportation flights from the facility and conditions at the detention center. Segment available upon request. 

Berkshire Daily Eagle | JULY 5
Federal grant pause raises ‘deep concern,’ confusion among Williams faculty
Providence Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Zach Cunha provides commentary in this article on Williams College’s temporary pause on grants, pending a legal review based on developments coming out of the Trump administration. Zach discusses how the government uses the False Claims Act as an anti-fraud tool and why it’s such a powerful lever. Article available upon request.

Construction Equipment Guide | JULY 23
USDOT grows construction credit assistance program
This article covers the US Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) expansion of the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program to finance up to 49% of transportation projects. The article references and quotes a recent alert by New York City Project Finance & Public Finance practice group leader Virginia Wong and partner Roddy Devlin on how these changes will impact infrastructure projects. Click here to read article.

New York Law Journal | JULY 17
How will the One Big Beautiful Bill Act change tax provisions for owners of condo units?
New York City Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Erica Buckley, leader of NP’s Cooperatives & Condominiums and State Attorneys General practices, and Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Nick Anderson contributed this article discussing how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act changes tax provisions for owners of condo units. Click here to read the article.

Law360 | JULY 10
Meet the judge putting brakes on birthright citizenship executive order
This article profiles US District Judge Joseph Laplante, who recently blocked President Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights, who clerked for Judge Laplante, is quoted on the judge’s fairness, evenhandedness, honor, and fearlessness. Article available upon request.

Campus Docket | JUNE 17
Whistleblowers and the False Claims Act
Providence Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner Zach Cunha joined this podcast for a discussion on the False Claims Act and the Trump administration’s recently announced initiative under the FCA, particularly focusing on the risks to higher education institutions. Click here to listen to the episode.

California Health Law News | JUNE 18
Navigating tariffs and False Claims Act risk in the healthcare supply chain
Los Angeles Complex Disputes partner Jonah Retzinger, Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partners Chris Grigg of Los Angeles and Adam Tarosky of Washington, DC, and Chicago Healthcare associate Mambwe Mutanuka contributed this article discussing best practices for navigating tariffs and False Claims Act risk in the healthcare supply chain. Article available upon request.

Multifamily Dive | JUNE 16
Funding upheaval leaves GRRP recipients in limbo
This article covers how the changes and uncertainty in federal funding have left award recipients of HUD’s Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) for multifamily housing in a state of limbo regarding their projects and plans. The article references a recent client alert authored by Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Nate Cushman and Harry Kelly, and Complex Disputes partner Brian Whittaker and associate Martha Medina, all of the Washington, DC office. Click here to read article.

NOTUS | JUNE 10
Trump’s DEI crackdown meets a roadblock thanks to Clarence Thomas
This article includes commentary from Providence Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Zach Cunha on how a recent opinion by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas could have unwittingly undercut the DOJ’s ability to use the False Claims Act to prosecute cases such as those involving DEI investigations in higher education. The article also links to a recent client alert Zach co-authored with GIWC partners Adam Tarosky of Washington, DC and Tina Sciocchetti of Albany, Providence Construction & Real Estate Litigation partner and leader of the firm’s Higher Education team Steven Richard, Los Angeles Complex Disputes partner Jonah Retzinger, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.

CNN | JUNE 9
Anderson Cooper 360
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Colar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins this broadcast for a conversation on how the current situation in Los Angeles and ICE’s strategy fit within past precedent.

The Real Deal | JUNE 5
NYC Opportunity Zones disproportionately helped higher-income developments, report says
This article covers an Opportunity Zones measure in the pending federal budget reconciliation bill as well as a new research report on Opportunity Zones investing.  Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Nick Anderson is quoted in the article, noting that if the measure passes there would be fewer tracts designated in urban areas such as New York City, and that similar investments in rural areas are typically more challenging.

CNN | JUNE 6
CNN news central
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins this broadcast for a conversation on the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from El Salvador to the US, and the two new criminal charges that have been brought against him in the Middle District of Tennessee.

New York Law Journal | JUNE 2
‘Uncharted territory’: What would importers have to do to get their tariffs refunded?
This article, covering potential tariff refunds if the US Court of International Trade’s recent ruling holds, includes commentary from Washington, DCGovernment Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Joe Maher, a member of NP’s National Security & Resilience and Cross-Border Risks practices. Joe discusses what could come next and notes that all affected parties should be considering their options. Click here to read article.

Law360 | MAY 30

The Real Deal | MAY 14
House GOP tax plan pitches LIHTC expansion
This article includes commentary from Affordable Housing & Real Estate & co-deputy practice leader and strategic policy advisor Deborah VanAmerongen on House Republicans’ draft tax plan, which includes long-sought changes to low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC). Deborah notes that the inclusion of LIHTCs in the draft plan indicates that Congress views them as a priority this year.

MSNBC | APRIL 29
MSNBC reports
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins this broadcast for a conversation on the typical process for deporting migrants with children who are US citizens, following the removal of three American children who were deported with their mothers, one of whom is sick with stage four cancer.

The Wire | APRIL 19
Trump’s anti-bribery freeze offers Adani hope, but no guarantee of reprieve, say US legal experts
This article includes commentary from Boston partner and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader Rob Fisher on how the US administration’s approach to enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act could impact the case of billionaire Gautam Adani, who is accused of bribing Indian officials and lying about it to US investors.

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South China Morning Post | March 20
As US Justice Department shifts focus from foreign agents, will that ease Chinese cases?
This article includes commentary from Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader Rob Fisher, who notes that it’s unclear whether there will be a significant drop in China-related prosecutions under the new administration. The article also links to a recent client alert Rob co-authored with Boston GIWC associate Scott Seitz and Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Simon Poser.

MSNBC | March 17
Ana Cabrera reports
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins the broadcast for a conversation on the Trump administration allegedly ignoring a court order to halt the deportations of almost 300 Venezuelan alleged gang members to El Salvador.

CNN | March 14
CNN news central
Washington, DC Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins the broadcast for a conversation on the administration’s request that the Supreme Court step in to enforce the president’s executive order to end birthright citizenship. John also discusses how the administration is expected to invoke wartime authority to speed up its mass deportation pledge.

The Law & Education Podcast | March 13
The initial days under the new administration
Providence partner Steven Richard, leader of NP’s Higher Education & Title IX practices, joined this podcast to discuss the initial days under the new administration and the changes most relevant to the education space, including presidential directives, agency policies, and legal challenges. Click here to listen to the episode. 

Rochester Business Journal | February 27

CNN | February 26

CNN | February 25
CNN news central 
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, joins the broadcast for a conversation on the status and pace of deportations under the new administration. John discusses that he anticipates the administration will shift tactics to enlist more state and local officers and additional federal agencies to focus on immigration. 

STAT News | February 20
What’s at stake in Friday’s court hearing on NIH research indirect cost cuts 
This article includes commentary from Boston partner Hannah Bornstein, deputy leader of NP’s Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice, in connection with three lawsuits seeking to block cuts to indirect costs for National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded research. The article also references a recent client alert Hannah co-authored with Los Angeles partner and Intellectual Property practice group leader Seth Levy, Long Island partner and Healthcare practice group leader Lindsay Maleson, and Boston GIWC associate Sam Ryder. 

Law360 | February 19
Nixon Peabody attorney on housing and tariffs
Boston partner and Affordable Housing & Real Estate practice leader Chris Froeb is featured in this Q&A, discussing the potential impact of tariffs on the construction industry and commercial developers, as well as how tariffs could affect the affordable housing sector.

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | February 15
False Claims Act seen as key tool to enforce Trump tariffs
This article includes commentary from Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Adam Tarosky, leader of the False Claims Act team, on how the Trump administration could use the False Claims Act as a key enforcement mechanism.

CBS News | February 10
CBS evening news
In this segment covering the deportation of migrants through the use of military transport jets, Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of the Cross-Border Risks team, discusses the unprecedented nature of the situation based on his prior role as Acting Director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Bloomberg Law | February 5
Delays to OSHA infectious disease rule rankle health workers
This article covers a delay in the long-anticipated rulemaking and protections against infectious diseases for healthcare workers as the industry waits for President Trump to unfreeze new regulations and name leaders at OSHA. San Francisco Labor & Employment partner Melissa Peters, co-leader of NP’s OSHA team, is quoted in the coverage, noting that until the OSHA leadership positions are filled, it’s unclear what a Trump-led OSHA will focus on.

Law360 | January 29 
Federal freeze sows uncertainty in real estate sector
This article covers the role that federal funding plays in housing programs and the impact of a federal funding freeze. Washington, DC Affordable Housing & Real Estate counsel Rebecca Simon is quoted in the coverage, noting that owners and developers of affordable housing are expected to meet their obligations to residents, lenders, and other partners, and that not being able to rely on the federal government creates a lot of uncertainty for these deals.

CNN | January 28
News central
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of NP’s Cross-Border Risks team, joins the program to discuss a video released by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem at an immigration raid in New York City.

NPR | January 27
Trump’s immigration orders are a blueprint for sweeping policy changes
This article covering President Trump’s framing of illegal immigration as a national security threat includes commentary from Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of NP’s Cross-Border Risks team. John notes that the administration’s potential use of military resources and the Alien Enemies Act to bypass immigration courts could make the prospect of mass deportations more of a realistic possibility.

NPR Morning Edition | January 27
President moves ahead with plans to deport record numbers of migrants
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of NP’s Cross-Border Risks team, joins the program to discuss some key questions related to President Trump’s mass deportation plans.

Infralogic | January 24
Infralogic outlook 2025: Bullish outlook for US core infrastructure
New York City Project Finance & Public Finance partner Roddy Devlin is quoted in this article covering the outlook for infrastructure investment in 2025. Roddy notes that while there is much focus on the new administration, the economy will be a key driver of infrastructure investment and public-private partnerships.

Bloomberg Government| January 23
DHS scraps Bush-era restrictions on political activity
This article covers the US Department of Homeland Security revoking a policy that set extra restrictions on political activities by appointees and other senior personnel. Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Joe Maher, a member of NP’s National Security & Resilience and Cross-Border Risks practices, is quoted on the historical context of the policy, based on his former role as Acting General Counsel of DHS and his long career as a senior official at the agency.

CBS Mornings | January 23
Understanding ICE raids
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of NP’s Cross-Border Risks team, joins the program to discuss what ICE raids might look like, particularly in cities and states that are pushing back on compliance with the administration’s deportation efforts.

MSNBC | January 21
Ana Cabrera reports
Washington, DC Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner John Sandweg, leader of NP’s Cross-Border Risks team, joins the program to discuss President Trump’s executive order declaring a national emergency at the southern border, noting some logistical and legal challenges of mass deportations.

The following articles covering the selection of Leah Foley as the next US Attorney for Massachusetts include related comments from Boston Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader Rob Fisher and partner Brian Kelly.

The Boston Globe | January 21
In swift move, Trump names Leah B. Foley as US Attorney for Massachusetts

MassLive.com | January 21
Leah Foley tapped as new US Attorney for Massachusetts

Bloomberg Law | January 16
TikTok creators turn to lawyers to navigate looming US app ban
This article covers how attorneys are advising creators in response to last week’s US TikTok app ban. Entertainment team leader and partner Ellie Heisler and partner Christina Chang, both of the Los Angeles office and Corporate practice, are quoted in the coverage discussing how creators are rethinking their digital strategies and brand partnerships, and how they are staying ahead of these changes by protecting influencer clients in existing marketing agreements.