United States: Human Rights

Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight celebrates two decades of growth and commitment to social justice. Firm leaders, including Chairman and Co-Founder David Sanford, reflect on the principles and mission that have driven the firm's success and expansion over the years.

The U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls has announced a significant shift in policy regarding arms exports to Ethiopia, ending a multi-year embargo that was imposed during the Tigray conflict. This policy change allows for case-by-case review of licensing applications for defense articles and services previously denied under ITAR Section 126.1. What implications does this reversal hold for defense contractors and U.S.-Ethiopia relations moving forward?

Over the past decade, the United States has levied one of its most far-reaching economic sanctions regimes against Venezuela targeting corruption, human rights abuses...