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US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

US Supreme Court clears path for Steve Bannon criminal case dismissal

The Supreme Court has allowed the Justice Department to dismiss Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress case, following his four-month prison sentence.
US Elections
fromFortune
19 hours ago

Supreme Court throws out ruling upholding Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress conviction | Fortune

Steve Bannon's Supreme Court order may lead to the dismissal of his criminal conviction for defying a congressional subpoena.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago

Supreme Court clears the way for Bannon contempt case to be dismissed

The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to dismiss the criminal case against Steve Bannon regarding his failure to testify about the Jan. 6 insurrection.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Steve Bannon appears likely to have criminal conviction dismissed

Steve Bannon's criminal conviction may be dismissed by the US Supreme Court, following a motion from the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

US Supreme Court clears path for Steve Bannon criminal case dismissal

The Supreme Court has allowed the Justice Department to dismiss Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress case, following his four-month prison sentence.
US Elections
fromFortune
19 hours ago

Supreme Court throws out ruling upholding Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress conviction | Fortune

Steve Bannon's Supreme Court order may lead to the dismissal of his criminal conviction for defying a congressional subpoena.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago

Supreme Court clears the way for Bannon contempt case to be dismissed

The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to dismiss the criminal case against Steve Bannon regarding his failure to testify about the Jan. 6 insurrection.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Steve Bannon appears likely to have criminal conviction dismissed

Steve Bannon's criminal conviction may be dismissed by the US Supreme Court, following a motion from the Trump administration.
#transgender-rights
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
13 hours ago

Trump administration undoes civil rights settlements that found discrimination against trans students

The Trump administration is reversing federal civil rights agreements protecting transgender students in schools, creating legal and financial challenges for districts.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
13 hours ago

Trump administration undoes civil rights settlements that found discrimination against trans students

The Trump administration is reversing federal civil rights agreements protecting transgender students in schools, creating legal and financial challenges for districts.
#supreme-court
Law
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump-Appointed SCOTUS Justice Dunks on Solicitor General's Argument: Not Seeing' the Constitutional Relevance'

Kavanaugh questioned the relevance of comparing U.S. birthright citizenship to other countries during Supreme Court arguments.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

JUST IN: Supreme Court Sides With Steve Bannon, Leading to Possible Dismissal of His Contempt of Congress Conviction

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Steve Bannon, potentially leading to the dismissal of his contempt of Congress conviction.
Law
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump-Appointed SCOTUS Justice Dunks on Solicitor General's Argument: Not Seeing' the Constitutional Relevance'

Kavanaugh questioned the relevance of comparing U.S. birthright citizenship to other countries during Supreme Court arguments.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

JUST IN: Supreme Court Sides With Steve Bannon, Leading to Possible Dismissal of His Contempt of Congress Conviction

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Steve Bannon, potentially leading to the dismissal of his contempt of Congress conviction.
New York City
fromJust The News
1 hour ago

DOJ to probe NYC Mayor Mamdani's 'racial equity' plan

The U.S. Department of Justice will review New York City's racial equity plan due to potential conflicts with federal anti-discrimination laws.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
17 hours ago

The Best Law Schools For Government Law (2026) - Above the Law

Many law students prioritize public service careers over high salaries, but only a few achieve their goals, starting with the right law school.
fromAdvocate.com
18 hours ago

Federal judge rebuffs Trump administration push to restrict gender-affirming care for minors

U.S. District Judge Brendan A. Hurson denied the administration's request to stay a preliminary injunction that bars federal officials from conditioning or terminating funding for health care providers based on their provision of gender-affirming care to patients under 19.
NYC parents
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

San Bernardino Police slammed handcuffed teen to the ground, lawsuit alleges

An 18-year-old woman sued San Bernardino police for alleged excessive force during an arrest, resulting in serious injuries and false accusations.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Trump Appoints Todd Blanche as Department of Justice Interim Head

Todd Blanche's appointment as interim U.S. Attorney General signals a shift towards a more restrained approach to crypto enforcement.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
4 days ago

Diller verdict: NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she's 'deeply disappointed' in shooter's murder acquittal

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed deep disappointment over the jury's verdict acquitting the accused of murder in Det. Jonathan Diller's death.
Left-wing politics
fromNewsday
4 days ago

Activist Mahmoud Khalil wants ex-Justice Department official off panel of judges weighing his appeal

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers seek Judge Bove's recusal from his deportation appeal due to potential conflict of interest from Bove's past Justice Department role.
Law
fromAbove the Law
19 hours ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
19 hours ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Hospital visit fuels speculation about Samuel Alito's future on supreme court

Justice Samuel Alito was hospitalized for dehydration, raising speculation about his potential retirement and Donald Trump's opportunity to appoint a new justice.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US court orders resentencing for Colorado clerk involved in election scheme

The appeals court ruled that a lower court had considered Peters's personal beliefs when deciding upon a punishment, thereby rendering the sentence improper.
US Elections
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

US lower court judges are challenging Trump's war on the rule of law', experts say

District court judges are increasingly challenging Donald Trump's policies, issuing rulings that block key actions and provoke strong reactions from the president.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Monday briefing: What a new Guardian podcast reveals about the US justice system

The case against Alexander Villa has long been contested, with troubling questions about how his conviction was secured, including confessions that were later recanted and evidence that appears shaky or missing.
UK news
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
3 days ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
#immigration
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
US politics

Trump Admin Unlawfully Revoked Migrants' Status, Judge Finds

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully revoked legal status for migrants using a Biden-era app to reside in the U.S.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison

A judge may release Subramanyam Vedam, an Indian citizen, after his murder conviction was overturned, despite potential deportation by ICE.
US politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Fired judge goes to the border, searching for what he missed on the bench

Jeremiah Johnson, an immigration judge, was fired and chose to explore the U.S.-Mexico border to understand the immigrant experience better.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Admin Unlawfully Revoked Migrants' Status, Judge Finds

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully revoked legal status for migrants using a Biden-era app to reside in the U.S.
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

The Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioters Say You Owe Them Money. Trump's DOJ Might Agree.

A class action lawsuit has been filed by Jan. 6 insurrection participants claiming $18 million from the federal government for alleged injuries sustained during the riot.
Education
fromHoodline
4 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
#birthright-citizenship
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

One of the Most Famous Trials in U.S. History Disproves Trump's Birthright Citizenship Case

The Trump administration's argument on birthright citizenship is fundamentally flawed and unlikely to succeed in the Supreme Court.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit

Trump attended the Supreme Court to support the challenge against birthright citizenship, which conflicts with the 14th Amendment.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

One of the Most Famous Trials in U.S. History Disproves Trump's Birthright Citizenship Case

The Trump administration's argument on birthright citizenship is fundamentally flawed and unlikely to succeed in the Supreme Court.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit

Trump attended the Supreme Court to support the challenge against birthright citizenship, which conflicts with the 14th Amendment.
Law
fromAxios
3 days ago

Judge rejects Department of Justice bid to reinstate Powell subpoenas

The U.S. District Court denied the government's motion to reconsider the dismissal of grand jury subpoenas against Powell.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Judges are increasingly using AI to draft rulings and prepare for hearings

Federal judges increasingly use AI tools for case preparation, improving efficiency and decision-making.
#doj
US politics
fromWIRED
23 hours ago

The DOJ Misled a Judge About How It's Using Voter Roll Data

The DOJ is analyzing voter data to identify irregularities, contradicting earlier claims of keeping it separate and not conducting analysis.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
#trump
fromTruthout
5 days ago
US Elections

Trump Attends Supreme Court Arguments After Slamming Justices Who Are "Disloyal"

US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Trump attends Supreme Court arguments over his executive order, a presidential first

Trump became the first sitting president to attend oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court regarding his executive order on birthright citizenship.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago
Law

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
US politics

Courts keep ruling against Trump. But they can't save our democracy singlehandedly | Margaret Sullivan

Trump's presence at the Supreme Court signals his disregard for the separation of powers and aims to influence a ruling on birthright citizenship.
US Elections
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trump Attends Supreme Court Arguments After Slamming Justices Who Are "Disloyal"

Trump's attendance at the Supreme Court raised concerns of intimidation regarding his executive order on birthright citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Trump attends Supreme Court arguments over his executive order, a presidential first

Trump became the first sitting president to attend oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court regarding his executive order on birthright citizenship.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Courts keep ruling against Trump. But they can't save our democracy singlehandedly | Margaret Sullivan

Trump's presence at the Supreme Court signals his disregard for the separation of powers and aims to influence a ruling on birthright citizenship.
#jeffrey-epstein
Law
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Kevin Williamson Calls Bondi's Reign at DOJ A Crime Spree' Calls for Florida Bar to Disbar Her

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General is criticized for political vendettas and mishandling of prosecutions, leading to calls for her disbarment.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Why did Trump fire Pam Bondi from Justice Department, who is Todd Blanche?

Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, transitioning her to a private sector role after a 14-month tenure.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Kevin Williamson Calls Bondi's Reign at DOJ A Crime Spree' Calls for Florida Bar to Disbar Her

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General is criticized for political vendettas and mishandling of prosecutions, leading to calls for her disbarment.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Why did Trump fire Pam Bondi from Justice Department, who is Todd Blanche?

Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, transitioning her to a private sector role after a 14-month tenure.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Trump Crashes Out At Supreme Court - See Generally - Above the Law

Donald Trump's legal challenges and actions have sparked controversy and criticism, particularly regarding birthright citizenship and his administration's decisions.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Next Attorney General Has an Impossible Job

Donald Trump has reverted to firing Cabinet members, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, due to perceived failures in handling political issues.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Trump Crashes Out At Supreme Court - See Generally - Above the Law

Donald Trump's legal challenges and actions have sparked controversy and criticism, particularly regarding birthright citizenship and his administration's decisions.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Next Attorney General Has an Impossible Job

Donald Trump has reverted to firing Cabinet members, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, due to perceived failures in handling political issues.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 day ago

Judge Blocks Trump's Demand for Admissions Data in 17 States

The ruling found that while the Trump administration has 'the basic authority' to collect and analyze admissions data disaggregated by race and gender, they do not possess the authority to do so under the circumstances presented here, given the arbitrary and capricious nature in which the ACTS was promulgated.
US politics
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
#department-of-justice
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Reportedly Plots Bigger DOJ Shakeup After Bondi Ouster

Trump is considering further changes at the Department of Justice after firing Attorney General Pam Bondi.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The DOJ admitted to making false statements regarding ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courts.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

This Is Nuts': Trump's Deputy AG Roasted For Bragging About Purging DOJ And FBI

Loyalty to the president is emphasized by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, rejecting partisan actors in the DOJ and FBI.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Trump administration admits it used a flawed' argument to justify arrests of immigrants in court

The Department of Justice admitted a key ICE memo did not apply to immigration courts, undermining its legal defense for immigrant detentions.
#justice-department
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Law

A Former Federal Prosecutor on Why He Quit Donald Trump's Department of Justice

Thousands of federal prosecutors have resigned or been fired under Pam Bondi, who has weaponized the Justice Department for political vendettas.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Law

Op-Ed | It is hard to appreciate how much power the U.S. Justice Department wields | amNewYork

The Justice Department is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws, highlighting tensions between federal and local policies.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | It is hard to appreciate how much power the U.S. Justice Department wields | amNewYork

The Justice Department is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws, highlighting tensions between federal and local policies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Hakeem Jeffries Suggests God Booted Pam Bondi From DOJ: Vengeance Is Mine, Saith the Lord'

Well, this is Holy Week and vengeance is mine, saith the Lord. We put these things in God's hands, and it tends to work out.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

DOJ Strikes Financial Settlement Deal With Ex-Trump National Security Adviser Michael Flynn

Flynn claimed in his 2023 lawsuit that the FBI and federal prosecutors orchestrated a political witch hunt against him during its investigation into alleged ties between the Trump campaign and Russia in 2016.
Law
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Who Would Want It?' CNN Anchor Asks Why Anyone Would Want to Be Attorney General After Trump Sacks Another One

Serving as Trump's Attorney General is increasingly unattractive due to high expectations and political risks.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

DOJ Attorney Throws Himself Under The Bus Rather Than Dragging Down Everyone Else - Above the Law

Assistant US attorney Rudy Renfer resigned after filing court briefs containing AI-generated fabricated quotes and false citations, then making misleading statements about the errors to a judge.
US politics
fromEsquire
4 days ago

The January 6 Crazies Are Now Suing the Cops Who Tried to Stop Them

Several individuals present during the January 6 insurrection are suing police for damages related to injuries sustained during the event.
US politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US DoJ drops legal case against law firms that stood up to Trump's executive orders

The Justice Department dropped legal proceedings against four law firms that resisted Trump's retaliatory executive actions targeting firms representing disfavored clients or causes.
fromAxios
1 month ago

DOJ backs down in legal fight with law firms Trump targeted

Our partnership is proud to have stood firm on behalf of its clients. The DOJ's decision to withdraw its appeals makes permanent the rulings of four federal judges that the executive orders targeting law firms were unconstitutional.
Law
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ Feels The Squeeze As DHS's Courtroom Pain Sponge - Above the Law

A federal judge threatened contempt charges against the US government three times for violating court orders regarding ICE's unlawful detention of long-term immigrants under a misinterpreted statute.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

DOJ Attacks Judge, Claims Judicial Immunity For Itself - Above the Law

If you are a lawyer, are interested in being an AUSA, and support President Trump and anti-crime agenda, DM me. We need good prosecutors. And DOJ is hiring across the country. Now is your chance to join the mission and do good for our country.- Chad Mizelle (@chad_mizelle) January 31, 2026
US politics
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

In 2009, DOJ Claimed Its Lawyers Could Not Read Docket Numbers in 2007

DOJ failed to deliver required classified Section 215 reports to committee chairs for 2009–2011, instead merely filing them and obscuring key minimization and sensitive-records details.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The department is burning': Fired DOJ attorneys say federal justice in crisis under Trump amNewYork

It became obvious to me in that moment that this was no longer the department that I signed up to serve, Edwards said Tuesday at a panel hosted by the New York City Bar Association.
US politics
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