Department of Justice politicization under President Trump

Critics warn that the Department of Justice has become more politicized despite President Trump's call to end weaponization of the DOJ.

Department of Justice Lawsuit Against Colorado and Denver Sanctuary City Policies

The Department of Justice is suing Colorado and the city of Denver for their sanctuary city policies, alleging interference with federal immigration enforcement.

Politicization of the Department of Justice under Attorney General Pam Bondi

President Trump's Department of Justice, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, has been accused of targeting political foes, halting prosecutions, and placing a premium on loyalty to the president, leading to the politicization of the department and undermining the rule of law.

International Students' U.S. Visas Cancellation

More than 1,500 international students in the U.S. had their visas cancelled, causing fear and uncertainty. The Department of Justice is restoring records for affected students, but the Trump administration plans to introduce a new policy for international student visa holders.

Criticism of President Trump's Immigration Policies

Representative Dan Goldman (D-NY) criticized President Trump's immigration policies, claiming they are turning America into a 'banana republic.' He highlighted concerns about due process, rule of law, and political motivations behind the policies.

Illegal Possession of Firearms by Honduran National in the U.S.

Honduran national illegally present in the U.S. indicted for stealing over 40 firearms from a Tennessee gun store, found with price tags still attached. Operation Take Back America initiative aims to combat illegal immigration and violent crime.

Maine's stance on transgender athletes in girls sports

Maine state Rep. Laurel Libby discusses Maine’s refusal to follow the Trump administration's executive order on transgender athletes in girls sports, leading to a clash with Governor Mills and the Department of Justice.

Department of Justice stance on anti-Tesla violence

Attorney General Pam Bondi announces that the Department of Justice will not negotiate plea deals with individuals arrested for anti-Tesla violence, seeking 20 years in prison for offenders.

Department of Justice Orders U.S. Law Schools to Halt DEI Admissions Practices

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has ordered U.S. law schools to halt diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) admissions practices, citing discrimination concerns. Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasizes President Trump's executive order for 'merit-based opportunity' and calls for the repeal of ABA's Standard 206. The ABA has suspended enforcement of the standard and is revising it. Bondi states that race-based preferences in admissions are illegal and urges law schools to comply with anti-DEI directive.

Department of Justice attorney fired for refusing to restore Mel Gibson's gun rights

A former Department of Justice attorney claims she was fired for refusing to recommend restoring actor Mel Gibson's gun rights. The disagreement over Gibson's case led to her termination, despite an official denying it was the reason.

Department of Justice Files Nearly 200 New Federal Immigration Cases in Texas

The Department of Justice filed nearly 200 new federal criminal cases related to immigration and border security in Texas. Cases involve illegal re-entry, felony convictions, human smuggling, and assaults on law enforcement. Bakery owners were indicted for harboring illegal aliens. A leader of a human smuggling organization was sentenced to prison and ordered to forfeit $1 million. Immigration raids targeted a migrant colony in Liberty County, resulting in significant arrests and drug seizures.

Civil Rights Investigation into University of California System for Antisemitism

The Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into the University of California system over concerns of antisemitism, following an executive order by President Trump to combat antisemitism on college campuses.

Arrest of Abbey Gate bombing suspect and Trump administration's response

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz discusses arrest of Abbey Gate bombing suspect and Trump administration's response to Zelenskyy's letter. Muhammed Sharifullah confessed to scouting attack route and training gunmen for terrorist attack near Moscow. Sharifullah faces life in prison if convicted. Taliban claimed control of Afghanistan after U.S. withdrawal. Sharifullah recognized gunmen involved in Moscow attack. Victims' families emotional upon Sharifullah's capture. Department of Justice vows to ensure terrorists have no safe haven under President Trump's leadership.

Trump Administration's Enforcement Changes on Corporate Investigations

The Trump administration is being accused of going soft on corporations accused of breaking the law by pausing or dropping investigations, aligning the federal government with Trump's priorities, which includes dismissing cases against companies accused of wrongdoing.

President Trump reclaims seized items from FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago

President Trump reclaimed items seized during a 2022 FBI raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, as the Department of Justice returned them to him. Trump called it an attack on a political opponent, while his staff loaded boxes onto Air Force One containing the materials.

Impact of Haitian Migration in Charleroi, Pennsylvania

Residents in Charleroi, Pennsylvania discuss the impact of Haitian migration and a looming factory closure. A Pennsylvania resident pleaded guilty to harboring illegal immigrants for financial gain in the town. The Department of Justice announced the charges.

Challenges in Investigating the Biden Family

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer discusses obstacles to investigating the Biden family in an exclusive interview with Breitbart. He details challenges faced by Congress, including political realities and delays in electing Speaker McCarthy. Comer expresses frustration with the Department of Justice's lack of interest in the truth and hopes for justice in uncovering Biden family crimes.

Attorney General Pam Bondi's Plans for Department of Justice Reforms and Immigration Enforcement

Attorney General Pam Bondi discusses changes and reforms at the Department of Justice, focusing on fighting violent crime, government waste, and drug cartels. She warns Democratic governors to comply with federal law or face consequences regarding immigration enforcement.

Department of Justice complaint against U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes

The Department of Justice has filed a complaint against U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes for alleged misconduct during a case involving the Trump administration and LGBTQ groups. The complaint accuses Reyes of potential bias and compromising the dignity of the proceedings.

Letter from Department of Justice to Rep. Robert Garcia about comments on Elon Musk

Rep. Robert Garcia received a letter from the Department of Justice asking him to clarify comments about bringing weapons to stop Elon Musk. The DOJ deemed the comments as a threat and called for cooperation.

UnitedHealth's Medicare billing investigation

UnitedHealth is facing a civil fraud investigation by the Department of Justice regarding its Medicare billing processes, leading to a significant drop in its shares. The company denies the allegations of misinformation and claims regular compliance reviews by the government.

Trump's Clemency for Jan. 6 Defendants

President Trump signed an executive order granting clemency to Jan. 6 defendants facing gun charges. The Department of Justice has widened the scope of Trump's pardons to include these charges. Cases against two defendants have been dismissed after Trump's pardon. The DOJ concluded that the pardon extends to drug and gun cases related to Jan. 6 charges.

New York Governor's Decision on Mayor Eric Adams

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul will not remove Mayor Eric Adams from office at this time, but plans to impose strict guardrails on his administration. Adams, who was indicted on federal criminal corruption charges, is seeking favor with President Donald Trump. The Department of Justice requested the case to be dismissed to avoid harming Adams' cooperation with Trump's administration.

New York's Law on Driver's Licenses for Illegal Immigrants

Congressman Espaillat supports New York's law providing driver's licenses to illegal immigrants and tipping off individuals when immigration authorities request their data from the DMV. He believes the state is doing everything it should by distinguishing between violent criminals and nonviolent offenders.

Department of Justice memo on FBI employees involved in Jan. 6 investigations

Fox News correspondent David Spunt reports on a Department of Justice memo regarding FBI employees involved in investigations into Jan. 6 defendants. Attorney Norm Eisen, known for his anti-Trump cases, is representing FBI agents suing to block public identification. Eisen has a history of legal actions against Trump, including involvement in the first impeachment and other court cases.

Department of Justice lawsuit against sanctuary policies

Rep. Henry Cuellar discusses Department of Justice's lawsuit against sanctuary policies in Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, stating that it's common sense not to support sanctuary cities and that criminals should be picked up and not defended.

Federal Lawsuit Against Illinois Governor and Mayor for Interfering with Immigration Enforcement

The Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson for interfering with federal immigration enforcement. The suit alleges that Illinois and Chicago officials have laws that interfere with federal immigration law.

Sanctuary Laws and Immigration Enforcement

The Department of Justice is suing Chicago, Illinois, and Cook County over their 'sanctuary laws' that limit cooperation with immigration authorities. Chicago is standing by its policies and will not participate in immigration enforcement.

Pam Bondi's Confirmation as Attorney General

Pam Bondi was confirmed as Attorney General by the Senate, with support from both Republicans and Democrats. She has a history of supporting Trump and aims to restore integrity to the Department of Justice. Congressional Republicans have already requested her to investigate James Biden for allegedly making false statements to Congress.

FBI Special Agents Sue Department of Justice

FBI special agents sue Department of Justice to prevent political retribution over their work on cases against Donald Trump, fearing retaliation from Trump's allies

Minneapolis Police Reform Consent Decree

The Minneapolis City Council approved a consent decree with the federal government to overhaul the city's police training and use-of-force policies in the wake of George Floyd's murder. The agreement aims to promote the sanctity of human life, professionalism, and respect in law enforcement activities. It puts the department under long-term court supervision following a scathing critique by the Department of Justice in 2023, alleging systematic racial discrimination and constitutional rights violations.

Justice Department's Investigation into Leaks during Trump Administration

The Department of Justice's internal watchdog found no evidence of political motivation in subpoenas of communication records of Democratic members of Congress and reporters during the first Trump administration. However, the leak investigations targeted a larger number of congressional staffers than previously known. The report raises concerns about chilling Congress's ability to conduct oversight and the media's ability to report on sensitive government issues.

Challenges in obtaining information on motives of shooter in attempted assassination of Donald J. Trump

Rep. Jason Crow states that the Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump has faced challenges in getting information from the Department of Justice and FBI regarding the motives of the shooter and possible involvement of others.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse's remarks on MSNBC about the Department of Justice not being weaponized against President-elect Donald Trump

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse claims on MSNBC that the Department of Justice was not weaponized against President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing that the focus should be on Trump's criminal actions rather than attacking prosecutors.

Trump nominates Pam Bondi as Attorney General

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Pam Bondi as Attorney General after Rep. Matt Gaetz dropped out of consideration due to an ethics probe. Bondi is expected to refocus the Department of Justice on fighting crime.

Appointment of Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General

President-elect Donald Trump has named Pam Bondi, former attorney general of Florida, as his next pick for U.S. attorney general. Bondi, a longtime ally of Trump, is praised for her tough stance on crime and efforts to combat drug trafficking. Trump believes Bondi will refocus the Department of Justice on fighting crime and making America safe again.

Google Anti-Trust Lawsuit

Google has lost a major anti-trust lawsuit brought by the Department of Justice for illegally abusing its monopoly power in the search engine market.

Google Antitrust Ruling

A federal judge ruled that Google violated US antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly in the search and advertising markets. This decision represents a major victory for the Department of Justice, and Google is set to go to trial again in the fall. The case sheds light on Google's practices like securing the default search engine spot on iPhone browsers by paying Apple a significant amount of money.

Safety of Supreme Court Justices Investigation

House Judiciary Committee is investigating the safety of Supreme Court justices following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Chairman Jim Jordan announced the probe and requested a briefing by August 6 from the Department of Justice.

Vice President Kamala Harris on Anti-Israel Protests and Iranian Funding

Vice President Kamala Harris supports the 'emotion' behind anti-Israel protests on campus, even as it is revealed that Iran funds some of these demonstrations. Harris also expresses concern about the lack of food in Gaza. Director of National Intelligence states that the Iranian regime is providing funding to influence American politics through protests. The Department of Justice has not addressed the wave of antisemitism or investigated national anti-Israel groups.

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.