House Republicans' Lawsuit Against Department of Justice

House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans plan to file a lawsuit against the Department of Justice to obtain audio tapes of special counsel Robert Hur's interview with President Biden. Attorney General Merrick Garland has refused to hand over the tapes, citing executive privilege.

Controversy over handling of documents found at Mar-a-Lago

Special Counsel Jack Smith defends government's handling of documents found at Mar-a-Lago, refuting claims of evidence manipulation by Republicans. Department of Justice admits some evidence shown in public photos were props, not original items. Judge Aileen Cannon under scrutiny for handling defense motions. Joel B. Pollak, Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News, provides commentary.

Legal Battle Involving Donald Trump and Classified Documents

A federal prosecutor is facing obstacles in trying to bring former President Donald Trump to trial for hoarding classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, with delays and legal challenges potentially leading to the case being dropped if Trump wins the national election. The trial will take place at a federal courthouse in Fort Pierce, Florida, with Judge Aileen Cannon making controversial rulings that benefit Trump. The DOJ argues that the appointment of the special counsel is valid, while Trump's lawyers claim it is not. Legal experts believe the case has been unnecessarily delayed and may not go to trial before the election.

Money Laundering Bust Involving Sinaloa Drug Cartel and Chinese Banking Group in California

Money laundering bust connects Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel to underground Chinese banking group in California, leading to charges against 24 people

U.S. Politics

CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticized the U.S. Department of Justice for withholding audio tapes of Special Counsel Robert Hur's interview with President Biden from Congress, sparking a political controversy.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget cuts

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed cuts to the state’s Department of Justice and Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation due to a massive deficit, despite a previous $100 billion surplus. The proposed budget includes cuts to trial court operations, the Department of Justice’s Division of Law Enforcement, and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

Settlement between Peter Strzok, Lisa Page and Department of Justice

Disgraced FBI agents Peter Strzok and Lisa Page reach a tentative settlement with the Department of Justice over privacy rights violation due to release of text messages disparaging Trump during Russian collusion investigation.

Former President Donald Trump's remarks during hush money-election fraud trial

Former President Donald Trump complains about a “rigged trial” as he faces hush money-election fraud charges, comparing himself to Mother Theresa and blaming the judge and Department of Justice under President Joe Biden.

Department of Justice motion to restrict Trump's comments on FBI search of Mar-a-Lago

Special Counsel Jack Smith asks a federal judge to bar former President Trump from characterizing the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago as a threat, citing danger to law enforcement agents. Trump claimed FBI agents were ready to take him out and put his family in danger. The Justice Department says the search was routine and coordinated with the Secret Service.

Sentencing of Pro-Life Activists under the FACE Act

Several pro-life activists were sentenced to prison under the FACE Act for protesting at an abortion clinic in Washington, DC. The Department of Justice announced the sentences, ranging from 21 to 57 months in federal prison. House Republicans raised concerns about alleged mistreatment of the activists in jail. The activists were found guilty of conspiracy against rights and face act charges for organizing a blockade at the clinic.

Political Bias in Department of Justice Investigations

Former FBI Director James Comey criticizes Biden DOJ for slow prosecution of Trump. Office of Inspector General under scrutiny for apparent political bias in investigations. AFL files FOIA request to investigate politically motivated employees in OIG. Several OIG personnel found to have partisan bias in donations and social media activity.

Department of Justice seeks 40-year prison sentence for attacker of Nancy Pelosi's husband

The Department of Justice is seeking a 40-year prison sentence for David DePape, who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband with a hammer. DePape was convicted of assault and attempting to kidnap Nancy Pelosi.

Indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar

The Department of Justice intends to indict Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas, following an investigation into his ties to a group of U.S. businessmen and the country of Azerbaijan. Cuellar and his office have agreed to cooperate with the investigation. Cuellar has released a statement declaring himself and his wife as innocent without specifying the charges.

Department of Justice vs. Google Monopoly Case

The Department of Justice and Google will present closing arguments in a case alleging Google's monopoly in the online search market. The DOJ highlights agreements with partners as anticompetitive, while Google defends its search engine quality. Google paid $26 billion in 2021 for default search engine positions.

Migrant Workers Hiring Practices in the U.S.

Sen. J.D. Vance is demanding answers from the Department of Justice about companies allegedly prioritizing hiring migrant workers over U.S. citizens, despite federal law requiring them to do the opposite.

Legal Dispute over House Subpoenas

U.S. District Court Judge Ana Reyes criticizes Department of Justice for not complying with House subpoenas while Peter Navarro is in prison for similar conduct. Navarro is serving a sentence for defying a subpoena from the January 6 Committee. DOJ is shielding two lawyers from subpoenas in an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Judge Reyes, a Biden appointee, accuses DOJ of hypocrisy and orders both parties to work out a deal.

Department of Justice Investigation in Lexington, Mississippi

Residents of Lexington, Mississippi are awaiting the results of a Department of Justice investigation into their police department.

Department of Justice warns Mississippi city about jailing people for unpaid fines

The Department of Justice notified a Mississippi city and its police department that jailing people for unpaid fines without determining if they can afford to pay violates the Constitution. The city and police department are working to ensure fines are collected lawfully.