subpoena
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State officials are investigating that deal, including a subpoena from the California Energy Commission seeking details about the payout.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
So far NYU Langone Health is the only hospital system to publicly disclose its receipt of the subpoena, done in compliance with New York’s shield law that requires disclosure within 30 days.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
On Wednesday, Judge Mary S. McElroy shot down a federal subpoena seeking medical records and personal data of these children.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
Judiciary sent the subpoena after Mr. Worthington’s lawyer said his client wouldn’t voluntarily appear for a transcribed interview, according to a letter to Mr. Worthington from committee Chairman Jim Jordan and subcommittee Chair Darrell Issa.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The FBI also delivered a subpoena to Lynda Sinay’s door.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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