The US Justice Department seeks to dismiss charges against David Hearn, a former Olympian accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing new evidence attributing the damage to a flawed contractor installation and rush to complete the project before the America 250 celebration.
Joe Biden's team has dropped a lawsuit, allowing the release of 2017 tapes and transcripts of his conversations with a ghostwriter, potentially shedding light on his mental acuity before presidency.
The US Justice Department under President Donald Trump has withdrawn subpoenas issued to New York Times reporters, which demanded sources for a report on security concerns regarding a Qatari-donated Air Force One. The NYT challenged the move as press intimidation, citing First Amendment violations, a stance supported by Reporters Without Borders.
The US Justice Department withdrew subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists after a federal judge criticized the move as violating First Amendment protections, highlighting the Trump administration's challenges to press rights.
Donald Trump’s Justice Department will withdraw subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns about the president flying on a Qatari-donated Air Force One, a prosecutor announced at a court hearing.
The US Justice Department under Donald Trump withdrew subpoenas demanding New York Times journalists disclose sources for a report on security concerns regarding a Qatari-donated Air Force One, an action the NYT called a First Amendment violation.
The US Justice Department launched a probe into Harvard University's China-based financial aid programs, investigating potential discrimination against American-citizen students. Harvard denies unlawful discrimination and views Trump administration probes as retaliatory.
The New York Times filed a motion to quash Justice Department subpoenas targeting journalists who reported on security concerns with the new Air Force One. This action escalates a court battle over press freedom and the government's ability to compel reporters to reveal confidential sources in a leak investigation.
The Trump administration filed the first-ever petition to the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, established in 1996 but dormant until now. The Justice Department seeks to deport an unnamed individual, prompting Chief Judge Joan Ericksen to request more information by Wednesday after a hearing raised questions about the government's legal nexus.
The US Department of Justice announced federal employees can now install TikTok on government devices, reversing a 2022 ban. This decision follows the creation of TikTok USDS Joint Venture, majority-owned by American investors, which revised the app's algorithm and cybersecurity to address national security concerns.
The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns with President Trump's new Air Force One plane. Press advocacy groups, including the National Press Club and White House Correspondents' Association, have condemned the move as an attack on the First Amendment and press freedom.
New Mexico's Attorney General Raúl Torrez accuses the DOJ of obstructing access to documents crucial for its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes at his Zorro Ranch. Torrez stated the delay is unreasonable and harms survivor testimony and potential prosecutions.
US lawmakers John Moolenaar and Christopher Smith have requested the Justice Department and FBI investigate vandalism at the June 4th Memorial Museum in El Monte, California. The museum reported that unknown individuals broke in on May 31, spray-painted exhibits, and damaged property, causing serious damage.
Moldova's Constitutional Court has ruled the 1994 law granting special status to Gagauzia unconstitutional. The decision impacts the formation of the Central Election Commission and appointments to law enforcement and justice departments within the autonomous region.
Over 1,200 former Justice Department employees have signed a letter urging the Senate Judiciary Committee to reject Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General, citing a "culture of fear" and alleged unethical practices during his tenure.
Alibaba and its US payment processor, AUS Merchant Services, will pay $600 million to resolve allegations of failing to prevent illegal drug sales on their platforms. The companies agreed to non-prosecution agreements, admitting to violations of the US Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
The U.S. Justice Department and 17 states settled with Cal-Maine Foods, Versova, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch over allegations of price-fixing, resulting in $3.3 million in payments and 53 million eggs donated to food banks.
The U.S. Attorney's office in Chicago is reviewing over 1,000 grand jury presentations due to prosecutorial misconduct that led to the dismissal of a high-profile case. The review covers pending and past cases, aiming to ensure ethical conduct and prevent tainted proceedings.
President Trump has authorized acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte to declassify records related to the 2020 election. This follows a report of a new White House task force gathering intelligence documents to support Trump's claims of election fraud.
President Trump authorized acting DNI Bill Pulte to declassify 2020 election records, following reports of a White House task force gathering intelligence documents to support Trump's fraud claims ahead of midterms, despite previous failed court cases and DOJ findings.
Law professor John Yoo will advise an investigation into whether former law enforcement and intelligence officials conspired against Donald Trump. Yoo, known for his views on presidential power and "torture memos," will assist prosecutor Joe diGenova in the Florida-based probe.
The Trump administration's new mandatory detention policy for immigrants is facing significant legal challenges, with a divided appellate court system and numerous lawsuits straining the judiciary. The policy reinterprets immigration law to subject individuals apprehended anywhere in the country to detention without bond, a departure from previous administrations' interpretations.
The Trump administration is urging the Supreme Court to approve its expansion of mandatory ICE detention, a policy adopted on July 8, 2025, that federal district courts have largely rejected. The policy targets long-term U.S. residents for detention without bond hearings during deportation proceedings, a move challenged as a constitutional due process violation.
The NYT reports on hostility towards minority military members and blocked promotions, attributing it to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "war on diversity." Meanwhile, the DoJ investigates California Governor Gavin Newsom. The article links these events to a broader culture war, citing the San Francisco Giants' Pride Night controversy and players protesting with Bible verses.
