President Donald Trump criticized U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for dropping the Reflecting Pool vandalism case against David Hearn after discovering flawed contractor installation caused the damage, raising questions about presidential authority to oust prosecutors.
A federal appeals court rejected former President Joe Biden's attempt to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts from interviews he gave to a memoir ghostwriter, citing substantial public interest despite privacy concerns.
Former Olympian David Hearn was indicted on a felony charge for property destruction at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The US Attorney's office stated Hearn "forcefully and violently" ripped up sealant, causing over $1,000 in damage.
25 US states and DC sue Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, claiming they'll block eligible individuals from accessing care, especially those with disabilities or serious health conditions.
The US Supreme Court has temporarily stayed a contempt order against journalist Catherine Herridge, who faces $800 daily fines for refusing to reveal sources for her 2017 Fox News stories. The case, stemming from a privacy act lawsuit by Chinese American scientist Yanping Chen, tests journalist-source confidentiality in the absence of a federal shield law.
Investigative journalist Catherine Herridge has filed a petition with the US Supreme Court to avoid daily $800 contempt fines. The fines stem from her refusal to reveal sources for a 2017 story. The Supreme Court has issued a temporary stay, giving the opposing party until July 1 to respond.
The District of Columbia has settled with Sam O'Hara, who claimed police illegally detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song from "Star Wars" on his phone during a protest against federal law enforcement. The settlement amount is undisclosed.
Donald Trump's endorsements are being tested in Republican primaries across four states and D.C. His backing faces challenges from massive campaign spending in Georgia, establishment figures in Alabama, and late endorsements in Oklahoma, while Democratic primaries reveal internal party divides.
A controversial UFC event planned for the White House lawn, dubbed 'UFC Freedom 250,' is facing legal challenges and criticism for its alleged misuse of federal property and resources for private gain and political fundraising. Lawsuits argue the event is a 'kleptocratic spectacle' and not a genuine celebration of American independence.
Chief Judge James Boasberg denied a motion by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro to vacate earlier rulings against her investigation into former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing concerns the legal threat to the Fed may persist despite the investigation's closure.
The Washington Nationals will ban individuals after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was unfurled during a game. The banner, which included calls to 'SAVE AMERICA' and 'DEPORT 100+ MILLION', was quickly removed, and the team is cooperating with police.
US President Donald Trump and the head of the Secret Service said on Thursday the federal agent injured during the attack at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner had not been hit by friendly fire, as authorities released a video of the incident. Jeanine Pirro, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, posted the nearly six-minute video on social media amid lingering questions over whose bullet struck the officer. Pirro noted that the security footage captured suspect Cole Tomas...
The US Department of Justice is dropping its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell regarding renovations at the Fed headquarters that went over budget. Trump-appointed US Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced she directed her office to close the investigation, clearing the path for Kevin Warsh, Trump's nominee to replace Powell, to be confirmed. The investigation, first made public in January, drew bipartisan criticism with Senator Thom Tillis blocking Warsh's nomination until it ended. Powell had called the investigation 'pretexts' meant to pressure the central bank to lower interest rates.
The US Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell regarding extensive building renovations at the Fed's headquarters. US Attorney Jeannine Pirro announced the decision on Friday, stating the Fed's inspector general would handle scrutiny instead. The decision clears a major obstacle for Kevin Warsh's confirmation as Powell's successor, with Powell's term expiring May 15. A judge had previously quashed subpoenas, noting prosecutors produced essentially zero evidence of a crime.
