House Republicans Threatening to Hold Attorney General Merrick Garland Accountable

House Republicans, led by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, are threatening to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland accountable in federal court for failing to deliver tapes of a special counsel's interview of President Biden to Congress.

House Republicans plan to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland accountable

House Republicans are planning to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland accountable through a vote to arrest him for not complying with a congressional subpoena for audio recordings of special counsel Robert Hur's interviews with President Biden.

House vote on holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress

The House voted to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for not producing audio recordings of Special Counsel Robert Hur's interview with President Biden. The move was mostly along party lines, with one Republican voting against it.

Attorney General Merrick Garland's refusal to comply with Congressional subpoenas

Attorney General Merrick Garland refuses to comply with Congressional subpoenas for audio recordings related to President Biden's handling of classified materials, citing concerns about harming future investigations and maintaining the integrity of the Justice Department. Republicans accuse Garland of weaponizing the DOJ and seek access to the recordings for additional context.

Accusations of Mass Amnesty by President Biden

Senators Thune and Vance accuse President Biden of carrying out a de facto policy of mass amnesty by closing hundreds of thousands of deportation cases, leading to an increase in migrants allowed to stay in the U.S. without securing asylum. They demand details on the migrants and criticize the administration for fueling illegal immigration.

Ohio Attorney General ordered to stop blocking measure to ban qualified immunity

Federal judges order Ohio Attorney General to stop blocking measure to ban qualified immunity for police and government employees. Attorney General plans to appeal decision.

President Biden's decision to assert executive privilege over interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur

President Biden asserted executive privilege over his interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur, preventing Congress from obtaining his audio recordings. The decision was made at the request of the attorney general to protect law enforcement files. Biden's mental lapses and poor memory during the interview were revealed, but Hur ultimately declined to prosecute due to insufficient evidence.

Debate over Contempt of Congress for Attorney General Merrick Garland

The House Oversight Committee will debate holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for not releasing audio recordings of President Biden's meetings with Special Prosecutor Robert Hur.

House Judiciary Committee Contempt Resolution Against Attorney General Merrick Garland

The House Judiciary Committee passed a resolution to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt for failing to disclose audio recordings of President Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur. Republicans maintain a narrow majority in the House to pass the resolution. Garland defied a final warning to comply with a subpoena for the recording despite several warnings and requests. Biden asserted executive privilege to prevent disclosure of the audio. The White House previously bragged about not asserting executive privilege over Hur's probe into Biden for mishandling classified documents.

House Judiciary Committee Reviewing Contempt of Congress for Attorney General Merrick Garland

The House Judiciary Committee will review a report recommending holding Joe Biden’s Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress on Thursday, May 16.

California Attorney General preparing lawsuits against Trump

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is preparing lawsuits to challenge former President Donald Trump's agenda if he wins the 2024 election, following the strategy of his predecessor Xavier Becerra.

Demand for DOJ to Turn Over Communications on Prosecutions of President Trump

Attorney General of Missouri demands DOJ turn over communications relating to prosecutions of President Trump, alleging Biden's involvement in orchestrating them. Fox News reports Bailey requested communications through FOIA.

Ohio Attorney General warns masked students protesting for Hamas could face prosecution under anti-disguise law

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost sent a letter to local universities warning that masked students joining pro-Hamas protests could be prosecuted under a law crafted to fight the Ku Klux Klan. The law prohibits masked demonstrators from protesting on other people’s property with the intent of threatening citizens' civil rights. Yost urged educators to make students aware of the law and penalties.

California Parents Fight Democratic Lawmakers Over Gender Notification Law

California parents are fighting Democratic lawmakers and the Newsom Administration over a proposed ballot measure that would require schools to notify parents if a child changes their gender. The initiative also aims to protect female sports from transgender athletes and mandate students to use facilities based on their birth gender.

Ohio Attorney General rejects Democrats' effort to allow President Biden on state ballots

Ohio Attorney General rejects Democrats' effort to allow President Biden on state ballots after missing election deadline, citing lack of legal provision for provisional certification.

Missouri Attorney General Investigating Transgender Health Clinics

Abby Johnson discusses the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the impact on the pro-life movement. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is facing resistance in obtaining Planned Parenthood patient records related to transgender health clinics. The clinics are accused of offering puberty blockers and transgender surgeries to children. Investigations are ongoing to uncover potential misconduct.

Abortion Ban Enforcement

Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Democrat, refuses to enforce a sweeping abortion ban upheld by the state's supreme court.

Alabama man arrested for detonating explosive device outside state Attorney General's office

Alabama man arrested for detonating explosive device outside state Attorney General's office. No one was hurt, and suspect faces federal charges.

Texas Attorney General sues Harris County over guaranteed income program

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Harris County over a guaranteed income program called Uplift Harris, which provides $500 per month for 18 months to selected residents. Paxton claims the program is unconstitutional as it gives public money with no strings attached.

Incident at FDNY involving Attorney General Letitia James and former President Trump supporters

Brooklyn Federal Court Judge Nicholas Garaufis suggests a racist culture persists at the FDNY after members booed state Attorney General Letitia James and chanted in favor of former President Trump. The incident sparked an internal probe and a call for action to address discrimination and harassment within the department.

Acquittal of Former NYC Police Officer in Shooting Case

Former NYC police officer acquitted of murder in shooting of childhood friend during a confrontation on Long Island. Jury convicted him of menacing. Attorney General's office investigated the shooting. Jury acquitted him of murder and manslaughter charges.

Idaho Attorney General's Controversial Abortion Law Interpretation

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador's controversial analysis on Idaho's abortion law led to a preliminary injunction blocking him from prosecuting medical providers who refer patients to legal abortion services outside the state. Labrador's interpretation of the law sparked a lawsuit by Planned Parenthood and two Idaho doctors, claiming a violation of their First Amendment rights. The Ninth Circuit panel questioned Labrador's defense of his interpretation during an appeal.

Donald Trump's Civil Fraud Case Ruling

A state appeals court ruled that Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the New York civil fraud case have 10 days to post a $175 million bond, down from the $464 million judgment that was originally due Monday. Trump celebrated the ruling on social media and plans to quickly post the bond.

Trump's $454 Million Civil Fraud Judgment

Former President Trump is facing a $454 million civil fraud judgment in New York, which he is appealing. His legal team argues that posting the full bond amount is a 'practical impossibility.' New York Judge Arthur Engoron ruled that Trump must pay over $350 million in damages to the state of New York.

Legal Troubles for Donald Trump

The New York attorney general's office has filed judgments in Westchester County, indicating the state is preparing to seize Donald Trump's golf course and private estate. Trump faces challenges in securing a bond while appealing a $464 million decision against him, affecting his image and financial situation.

Legal Troubles of Former President Trump in New York

Former President Trump faces legal trouble in New York as he struggles to secure a $464 million bond in a civil fraud case, with the New York Attorney General pushing back against his claims of it being a 'practical impossibility.'

Deadly Maui Wildfires Investigation

Hawaii's attorney general blames delay in report on deadly Maui wildfires on county agencies, causing subpoenas to be issued. Investigation aims to prevent future tragedies. Lawsuits sent back to state court could lead to settlements. Thousands still displaced months after fire.

Rise in Bias Incidents in New Jersey

Rep. Andy Kim filed a lawsuit in New Jersey over ballot design favoring Tammy Murphy. Reports show a 22% increase in bias incidents in the state. Attorney General Platkin released data reflecting rise in hate crimes, including anti-Black and anti-Jewish bias. Trends attributed to increased outreach, political divisiveness, social media misinformation, and backlash to George Floyd's murder.

New York Attorney General faces crowd backlash at firefighters' ceremony

New York Attorney General Letitia James faced booing from a crowd shouting 'Trump!' at a firefighters' ceremony. She pressed on with her remarks honoring first responders and later mentioned she prayed for the booing firefighters. The AG is prepared to ask the judge to seize former President Donald Trump's assets if he cannot pay a $354 million judgment in a civil fraud case.

Attorney General Merrick Garland's stance on voter ID laws

Attorney General Merrick Garland vows to fight voter ID laws, calling them discriminatory and unnecessary, while speaking in Selma, Alabama. He emphasized the importance of protecting voting rights for minorities and criticized practices that make voting more difficult.

Nebraska Government Oversight Standoff

Nebraska's attorney general questions legality of oversight agencies, leading to agencies blocking access to case files and reports, causing a standoff between executive and legislative branches of government.

Explosion outside Alabama Attorney General’s Office

Law enforcement released footage of a person of interest in an explosion outside the Alabama Attorney General’s Office. The incident happened after the Attorney General announced no intention to prosecute families pursuing in vitro fertilization. No injuries were reported.

Donald Trump's Appeal of $454.2 Million Judgment

Donald Trump is appealing a $454.2 million judgment in New York state's civil fraud case. He wants to post a $100 million bond instead of the full amount. The state's attorney general accused Trump of overstating property values to inflate net worth.