Federal Judges Criticize Trump-Era DOJ for Unlawful and Unethical Conduct
Judges across the U.S. question the trustworthiness of Department of Justice lawyers, citing a breakdown in the presumption of regularity under Trump’s second term.
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Judges across the U.S. question the trustworthiness of Department of Justice lawyers, citing a breakdown in the presumption of regularity under Trump’s second term.
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Florida Republican Cory Mills rejects reports of a Justice Department probe, attributing the allegations to political opponents in the lead-up to the August primary.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 10:57 AM
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The Department of Justice dropped subpoenas targeting New York Times reporters linked to a story on President Trump's Air Force One flight from Turkey amid a leak probe.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 1:43 AM
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The Department of Justice directs federal agencies to prioritize religious liberty in regulations, employment, and grants, reflecting nearly a decade of Supreme Court decisions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 11:24 PM
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House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan alleges false statements by Jack Smith during a congressional deposition and formally asks the Justice Department to prosecute.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 2:38 PM
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House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan alleges former special counsel Jack Smith made false statements during a deposition, prompting a criminal investigation request to the Justice Department.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 9:12 AM
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Lawmakers caution that Yale’s negotiations with the Department of Justice could jeopardize its tax-exempt status amid ongoing investigations.
The Hill | Jul 23, 2026, 12:37 AM
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Senate and House Democrats seek details on a Justice Department legal opinion that could increase institutionalization of people with mental illness, challenging decades of civil rights protections.
CBS Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 4:33 PM
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The Justice Department's Operation Offsides targeted websites streaming World Cup games without authorization, collaborating with Latin American authorities to block hundreds more.
Washington Times News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:11 PM
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The Justice Department is probing whether Harvard University accepted foreign donations that excluded American students from financial aid, potentially violating federal civil rights laws.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 6:32 AMpolitics
The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel clarifies that a 2022 law banning TikTok from government devices does not apply to the app's current U.S. version.
CBS Politics | Jul 18, 2026, 6:34 AMus
Liz Oyer, fired after refusing to restore gun rights to Mel Gibson, criticizes Blanche for politicizing the Department of Justice during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:12 PMgeneral
The Department of Justice warns HarperCollins against publishing Zachary Young’s CIA memoir without authorization, prompting accusations of intimidation from the former operative.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:09 PMpolitics
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani refutes claims that his commitment to invest billions in the U.S. affected the Justice Department’s decision to drop a criminal case against him.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 8:24 PMworld
Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche faces intense scrutiny over his allegiance to former President Donald Trump and the independence of the Department of Justice.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:44 PMpolitics
The Department of Justice has subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over their reporting on security issues related to the Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, marking a new phase in President Trump's ongoing conflict with the outlet.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:25 AMgeneral
Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:31 AMpolitics
Sen. Dick Durbin relayed that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche described the Trump-era fund as a misstep during a meeting ahead of Blanche’s Justice Department nomination hearing.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:05 AMgeneral
Three Russian nationals allegedly scammed Americans across 21 states and conducted cyber attacks on U.S. critical infrastructure through their companies based in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 6:56 PM
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Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth announced a new task force with the Department of Justice aimed at identifying and prosecuting officials who leak sensitive information to the media.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 2:46 AM
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Senator Adam Schiff questions the Justice Department’s decision to halt felony charges against Abbott Laboratories over Cronobacter contamination linked to infant formula.
CBS Politics | Jul 10, 2026, 12:17 PM
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Former Justice Department officials from both parties criticize Blanche’s leadership and political ties, calling for Senate rejection ahead of confirmation vote.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 5:17 PM
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The Justice Department has filed lawsuits in over 20 states to obtain detailed voter registration data, facing multiple court dismissals and refusals from several Republican-leaning states.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 10:46 AM
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The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has sent letters to election officials in all 50 states and D.C., threatening criminal prosecution if noncitizens are knowingly allowed to vote or remain on voter rolls.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 1:48 AMShowing 25-48 of 138 articles.