in that case
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But the OCC admitted nothing in that case, and no judge ever ruled on the constitutional theory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Although disaster was ultimately averted in that case, Southern California has previously faced similar threats.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
Cook sued to stop her firing, and the Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling in that case in the coming weeks.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
An appeals court put the $83 million award in that case on hold until the U.S.
From Slate ● Jun. 1, 2026
“That is not mine. I did not put it there. I have never looked in that case since we left Stamboul. Indeed, indeed, it is true.”
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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