Maydeen Merino

Maydeen Merino is a regulatory reporter, covering the DOJ, FTC, SEC and EPA. She can be reached at [email protected].

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May 11, 2023 | National Law Journal

Confused Crypto Currency Regulation Needs Congress' Intervention, Lawmakers Say

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sees digital assets as securities, while the Commodity Futures Trading Commission regards them as commodities.

By Maydeen Merino

5 minute read

May 09, 2023 | National Law Journal

Headed to Court? SEC's Proposed Climate-Disclosure Rules Will Likely Face Legal Challenge

Republican attorneys general say the environmental rules would exceed the agency's authority.

By Maydeen Merino

6 minute read

May 03, 2023 | National Law Journal

Letter Urging Patent Office Crack Down on Big Pharma Draws Industry Lawyer's Scorn, Critic's Praise

Democratic lawmakers call for changes in patent process when drug companies seek protection for minor alterations.

By Maydeen Merino

5 minute read

April 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

Immigration Review Office Fails to Develop Plan as Backlog Grows, GAO Says

Accountability office dings Justice Department agency for inadequately addressing workforce needs.

By Maydeen Merino

4 minute read

April 26, 2023 | National Law Journal

Broadcasters Seek Court Order That FCC Conclude Media Ownership Review

The National Association of Broadcasters claims the Federal Communications Commission is in violation of the Telecommunications Act's quadrennial review mandate.

By Maydeen Merino

4 minute read

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