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264 articles about 211 events for “Trump's Justice Department scrutiny”. Events are ordered by how widely they were covered, how many readers opened them, and how recent they are.

Explore New Topics · 9 matching articles from 9 outlets · 2026-11-10 to 2026-11-13
U.S. Treasury Secretary frustrated by Commerce Department's inaction on Nvidia chips CBC News · 2026-11-13

“The Justice Department's national security division is investigating whether Megaspeed violated export control laws in an inquiry that will also include scrutiny of Alice Huang, according to a person familiar with the matter, The Associated Press reported…”

How a sex scandal at Nvidia is putting pressure on the White House BBC News · 2026-11-13

“The New York Times reported that Nvidia's general counsel contacted Commerce Department investigators probing suspected chip smuggling by Megaspeed invoking a senior Trump appointee.”

Fallout from Nvidia scandal reaches White House as another affair with staffer comes to light and it's revealed Trump urged Huang not to resign Daily Mail · 2026-11-13

“Some in the Trump administration have pointed the blame for the potential national security scandal at Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, noting that the department has not sanctioned Ms Huang or her former company, Megaspeed International Some of the…”

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Trump's Justice Department scrutiny

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-13
Trump Justice Department tells prosecutors to brace for ‘wartime’ footing ahead of Democratic investigations The Independent · 2026-11-13

“Democrats' sweeping gains in Congress have redrawn the balance of power in Washington, setting up an expected onslaught of investigations into the Justice Department's conduct.”

Trump's Justice Department faces a new era of scrutiny under a Democratic-led Congress Toronto Star · 2026-11-13

“WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has functioned for nearly two years as an extension of the White House, unchecked by a Republican-controlled Congress as it pursued investigations into President Donald Trump’s enemies, fired waves of career employees…”

Democrats Strategize Post-Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-13
The Latest: Now Democrats have to figure out 'What's Next' Toronto Star · 2026-11-13

“Trump’s Justice Department faces a new era of scrutiny under a Democratic-led Congress The Justice Department has functioned for nearly two years as an extension of the White House, unchecked by a Republican-controlled Congress as it pursued investigations…”

Federal judge grills Trump administration on sudden upcoming

Explore New Topics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-14
Federal judge grills Trump administration on sudden upcoming closure of East Potomac Park Washington Examiner · 2026-11-14

“A federal judge grilled Justice Department lawyers for hours in a Washington, D.C., courtroom on Friday over the planned Sunday closure of the East Potomac Golf Links and East Potomac Park, appearing likely to halt the looming closure after previously…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-10
House Republicans Block Hegseth Impeachment, but Democrats Could Revive Effort in January TIME · 2026-11-10

“A federal judge subsequently blocked the punishment, though the Justice Department has appealed.”

“Dead Man Walking”: Officials Say Hegseth Has to Go The Intercept · 2026-11-05

“Hegseth has, they said, undermined the rule of law; irreparably harmed the U.S. military through purges of top commanders and those who refuse to pledge fealty; pursued relentless leak investigations; spurred religious extremism; and diminished the department…”

Jensen Huang Chinese spy scandal won’t be discussed as Trump

Explore New Topics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-14
Nvidia controversy: Trump unlikely to raise Alice Huang allegations with Xi Jinping Times of India · 2026-11-14

“US President Donald Trump is unlikely to discuss allegations surrounding businesswoman Alice Huang, whose reported association with former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has triggered scrutiny over potential national security implications, with Chinese President Xi…”

Richard Blumenthal ballroom investigation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-12
Trump DOJ And Top Dem Draw Battle Lines Over Exposing Anonymous Ballroom Donors The Daily Wire · 2026-11-12

“The Department of Justice is already working to slow Blumenthal’s efforts, however, arguing that he’s essentially using the power of the Senate to harass and threaten anyone associated with President Trump.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Kennedys sue to block Trump’s gilded arch, saying it would ‘cast shadow’ over JFK grave site The Guardian · 2026-11-11

“The justice department recently said construction of the arch, which is modelled on Paris’s Arc de Triomphe, would not be completed until after the end of Donald Trump’s second term.”

Trump's judicial nominations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-12
Senate GOP Races To Confirm Trump Judges Before Democrats Take Control The Daily Wire · 2026-11-12

“Following Talarico’s victory, Trump nominated James Sullivan, a member of the Texas Supreme Court who lost his reelection bid, and Elliot Gaiser, a former Justice Department official, to federal district court vacancies in the state.”

Alice Huang's Nvidia chip shipments

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-12
How China gets around the U.S. ban on Nvidia chips CBC News · 2026-11-12

“In December 2025, the Department of Justice announced two Chinese men were in custody for allegedly smuggling Nvidia chips to China.”

DOJ Probe Into Alice Huang Smuggling Scheme

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-13
US probes if Alice Huang helped smuggle Super Micro products The Straits Times · 2026-11-13

“US probes if Alice Huang helped smuggle Super Micro products AI generated WASHINGTON – The Justice Department is probing Alice Huang, the woman US officials suspect as a possible spy targeting the ousted head of Nvidia, over whether entities linked to her…”

Trump Criticizes Alina Habba Deal

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Alina Habba fired from $50m contract with banker’s family after Trump calls deal ‘outrageous’ Times of India · 2026-11-11

“She previously said she had not received money to secure clemency, had not discussed the matter with anyone at the White House or Justice Department, and had done no work to obtain a pardon for anyone.”

Ilhan Omar's bodyguard indicted

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-12
Ilhan Omar's ex-bodyguard grilled by Trump DOJ over suspected $10,000 bribe and told probe is '100 percent' run by White House Daily Mail · 2026-11-12

“The revelations provide a new glimpse into the Justice Department's investigation of Omar, who has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and accused President Donald Trump's administration of politically targeting her.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-08
Trump offers UFC boss press secretary post, urges criminal probes of Democrats The Hindu · 2026-11-08

“Trump on Saturday (November 7, 2026) also ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats for “extortion at the highest level.””

Trump's response to midterm market selloff

Economy/Business · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-08
Trump vows comeback as bitter showdown with US Congress looms The Straits Times · 2026-11-08

“Trump said on Nov 7 he was ordering the Justice Department to examine Democratic threats to impeach members of his administration, likening it to “extortion.””

Trump vows comeback as bitter showdown with Congress looms The Hindu · 2026-11-08

“Trump said on Saturday (November 8, 2026) he was ordering the Justice Department to examine Democratic threats to impeach members of his administration, likening it to "extortion."”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
Trump: "I do hate some of my enemies, and I always will" CBS News · 2026-11-09

“Trump and Russia during the president's first term, was indicted twice by the Department of Justice within the span of a year — first in September 2025 and then in April of this year.”

Ilhan Omar Clueless About Probes

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Ilhan Omar dodges questions about probe into gay ‘brother’ ex-husband — claims she has no idea what it’s about New York Post · 2026-11-11

“Pressed on whether the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice were conducting separate investigations, Omar appeared unsure.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-08
The Pressure on LA’s First Socialist Mayor The Intercept · 2026-11-08

“Raman will face scrutiny from LA’s progressive left on a host of issues: bloated police department spending amounting to roughly a quarter of the city’s nearly $15 billion budget; fear of collaboration between ICE and law enforcement agencies; the 2028…”

Trump's Washington golf course probe

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
US court appoints 'special master' in golf course case previously involved in Stone, McCabe cases Just The News · 2026-11-10

“Liu as a special master to examine whether attorneys for the Justice and Interior departments "have committed ethical violations" while defending the project.”

Megaspeed Probe Inquiry

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Senator presses Trump administration on Megaspeed probe Semafor · 2026-11-11

“Michael Bennet, D-Colo., is pressing the Trump administration for an update on its investigation into Megaspeed following reports that the Commerce Department passed the probe to the Justice Department.”

Kalshi Warned Of Charges

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Kalshi warned of possible charges as feds turn up heat on prediction markets: report New York Post · 2026-11-10

“Kalshi acknowledged the regulatory scrutiny but downplayed the alleged violations.”

Russian Ploy for Arctic Intelligence

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
A Natural Gas Project Off Alaska’s Coast May Be a Russian Ploy for Intel on the Arctic ProPublica · 2026-11-10

“The revelations about the Alaska LNG project come as the Trump administration has scaled back rules requiring U.S. companies to report their true owners, cut back counterintelligence squads in the FBI and disbanded a Department of Justice task force aimed at…”

Deportation Data Dispute Lawsuit

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Deportation Data Dispute Sparks Another Oversight Project Lawsuit Against Trump DHS The Daily Caller · 2026-11-10

“DHS provided the document in response to the group’s earlier FOIA request, and the Justice Department is still defending the agency’s decision to withhold the information, according to documents obtained exclusively by the Caller.”

MAGA Feud Targets Susie Wiles' Ex Firm

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Susie Wiles' old lobbying firm in crosshairs of MAGA feud CBS News · 2026-11-10

“Attorney General Todd Blanche has dismissed Means as a "disgruntled former administration official," and told CNN the Justice Department would not investigate "something that someone says on a podcast."”

Palantir Hires Former Democratic Senator

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
Palantir hires a former Democratic senator as it faces scrutiny in new Congress NPR · 2026-11-09

“Palantir hires a former Democratic senator as it faces scrutiny in new Congress Palantir hires a former Democratic senator as it faces scrutiny in new Congress Tech companies are expecting a wave of scrutiny from Democrats for the industry's ties with the…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
Key federal panel approves Trump’s arch while it is being challenged in court The Hindu · 2026-11-06

“Before Thursday’s hearing began, attorneys with the Justice Department filed a notice with Judge Chutkan informing her that a contractor had already done site preparation work on October 31, 2026, apparently without authorisation from the National Park…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
Trump's Justice Department hit by 2 high-profile departures this week CBC News · 2026-11-06

“Trump's Justice Department hit by 2 high-profile departures this week Jason Reding Quiñones, Harmeet Dhillon, who each led controversial probes, leaving administration Jason Reding Quiñones, who oversaw probes into past criminal investigations of U.S.”

Abdul El-Sayed Taps Former Big Pharma Lobbyist

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
Abdul El-Sayed Taps Former Big Pharma Lobbyist To Lead Senate Transition After Campaigning as a Crusader Against Big Pharma: Pick Is Fiercely Anti-Israel freebeacon · 2026-11-09

“While Abdelall worked for Bayer Healthcare in 2008, the drug giant settled with the Department of Justice for $98 million for paying kickbacks to diabetes drug suppliers and forcing them to submit false billing claims to Medicare.”

Trump Admin Reveals School Policies

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
EXCLUSIVE: Trump Admin Blows Lid Off Claims Schools Hid Child Gender Transitions The Daily Wire · 2026-11-09

“The Justice Department is partnering with the Education Department in its investigation of Pine-Richland School District, where school policies allegedly direct staff (including nurses and school psychologists) to help children obtain gender transitions…”

Politics · 7 matching articles from 7 outlets · 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-04
US midterms: Democrats’ warning to ‘lawyer up’ ripples through Washington The Straits Times · 2026-11-04

“According to multiple Republican attorneys, some of the potential candidates to defend targets of Democrat-led probes include former Justice Department chief of staff Chad Mizelle; Jesse Binnall, who has represented Trump and other prominent conservatives;…”

Back in the majority, Democrats have plans for a long list of Trump investigations NPR · 2026-11-04

“They also say that the Justice Department has worked to shield Trump from damaging allegations — claims that the department's leadership has denied.”

What can Democrats actually do now they have won Congress? The Guardian · 2026-11-04

“…e top Democrat on the House oversight committee, has ranked Trump family corruption first on his list of priorities, while Representative Jamie Raskin has requested information on the business dealings of Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner and son Donald Trump…”

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Battles Over Immigration And ICE Oversight

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
Empowered congressional Democrats gear up for battles over immigration and ICE oversight Los Angeles Times · 2026-11-09

“…ttles over immigration and ICE oversight - - With Democrats set to control both chambers of Congress, lawmakers plan investigations into immigration enforcement and alleged abuses by the Department of Homeland Security. - Their ability to change policy will…”

JOHN MIZE Opinion On Election

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-09
JOHN MIZE: Democrat victory just means the fight for life has added importance Fox News · 2026-11-09

“The Trump administration still has the authority to finally rescind the Biden-era Office of Legal Counsel’s politicized Comstock opinion and fully enforcing the law through the Department of Justice.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-05
Top US civil rights official resigns Al Jazeera · 2026-11-05

“As President Donald Trump’s administration prepares for a flurry of congressional investigations into shootings by immigration agents and the Jeffrey Epstein files, the top official in charge of the United States Department of Justice’s civil rights division…”

Alaska Senate Race Unresolved

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
Mary Peltola Appears Likely To Defeat Both Dan Sullivans in Alaska's Senate Race Reason · 2026-11-06

“Even in this campaign cycle when he's not on the ballot, Trump's administration has tried to meddle in states' counting processes: Before Election Day, his Department of Justice tried to force Alaska to segregate all ballots that voted for the other Dan…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
What Senate races are left to be decided Washington Examiner · 2026-11-04

“The controversy prompted the Justice Department to launch civil and criminal investigations, sending more than 20 letters seeking information and preservation of documents, including to prominent Democratic election lawyer Marc Elias and Democratic Senatorial…”

Trump's Reflecting Pool Speeches Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Costly Pool Repairs Scrutinised: Trump hails new work at Lincoln pool; flaws and $16m bill persist Times of India · 2026-11-04

“The Justice Department had already dropped charges against people accused of damaging the pool, and a judge subsequently ruled that prosecutors could not refile charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn.”

Jackson Thompson Court Victory

Crime & Law · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
After girls' sports ballot wins, parents defeat school district that banned 'XX' protest at games Just The News · 2026-11-06

“A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's challenge to California's policies days after the 1st Circuit rebuked Bow School District, on the basis that the feds failed to give the Golden State "clear notice" that it could lose federal money based on…”

After girls' sports ballot wins, parents defeat school district that banned 'XX' protest at games Just The News · 2026-11-06

“A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's challenge to California's policies days after the 1st Circuit rebuked Bow School District, on the basis that the feds failed to give the Golden State "clear notice" that it could lose federal money based on…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-30 to 2026-11-03
Justice Department has sent target letters in Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's what that means Toronto Star · 2026-11-03

“But Trump’s Justice Department says it takes the matter seriously.”

Top DOJ attorney in Alaska calls Alaska Senate allegations "troubling" CBS News · 2026-10-30

“Anchorage, Alaska — The Justice Department's top prosecutor in Alaska called new reporting about the origins of an independent candidate's Senate campaign "troubling," and said the new information "has resulted in a significant surge of law enforcement…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
SCOTUS Looks Ready to Let Public Money Fund Religious Discrimination Mother Jones · 2026-11-03

“Kagan told Sarah Harris, a Justice Department lawyer arguing the administration’s case.”

Alaska Dan Sullivan Ballot Controversy

Politics · 5 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-29 to 2026-11-03
Alaska voter loses it after realizing he may have voted for wrong Dan Sullivan amid Democrat ballot scheme Daily Mail · 2026-11-03

“The Justice Department had argued that Daniel J Sullivan, whom the Trump administration has dubbed 'Decoy Dan,' entered the race as a 'frivolous candidate to confuse voters.' 'Alaskan voters deserve a fair election, not to be misled in an attempt to rig…”

Spoiler candidates are nothing new in US politics. It’s clear why Trump is targeting Peltola | Petala Ironcloud The Guardian · 2026-11-02

“Last week, at Donald Trump’s behest, the justice department sued to block the certification of Alaska’s US Senate race, if the Republican incumbent narrowly loses; a judge dismissed that suit on Sunday, though the administration said it planned to appeal.”

What to know about Alaska's Senate race as ballot fight heats up CBS News · 2026-10-29

“Trump administration intervenes The Times' report came after the Justice Department last week to preemptively challenge the certification of Alaska's Senate race if Sen.”

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Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
With US midterms underway, courts rebuff Trump's pressure on state election officials The Straits Times · 2026-11-03

“Those rulings all came after the US Supreme Court swiftly rejected the administration's request that it intervene in a Justice Department lawsuit seeking to order California election officials not to count any mail ballots received from more than 20,000…”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
Indicted ICE officer had been on the job a little over a year as Trump’s hiring surge comes under scrutiny NBC News · 2026-11-03

“Morales then spent seven months with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a mid-level correctional officer overseeing the care and custody of inmates with limited supervision, according to Amanda Hernandez, a TDCJ spokeswoman.”

Democrats Investigate Corruption Exception

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-05
Democrats Are Ready to Investigate Corruption—With One Exception Mother Jones · 2026-11-05

“In exchange, the Justice Department alleged, Cuellar promised to use his seat on the powerful Appropriations Committee to advance the oil-rich state’s interests in Congress, and to influence legislation to weaken regarding money laundering rules that the…”

Ilhan Omar Wins Relection Amid Scandal

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Ilhan Omar wins re-election despite claims she married her brother and Trump's deportation threat Daily Mail · 2026-11-04

“But Trump's Justice Department is investigating the case, and Department of Homeland Security Secretary The controversy intensified after federal agents searched Omar's Washington, D.C., home on October 12 as part of an investigation.”

Trump Library Plans

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-05
Trump library plans on collision course with Democratic Congress CBS News · 2026-11-05

“Trump's Energy Department announced it would lease federal land at a former uranium enrichment plant in Ohio to an affiliate of SB Energy, a SoftBank subsidiary, for a data center campus that the company says will be the world's largest for artificial…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Massive blow for Trump as judge throws out his bid to block Alaska Senate results if Dan Sullivan loses Daily Mail · 2026-11-01

“The Justice Department had argued that Daniel J Sullivan, whom the Trump administration has dubbed 'Decoy Dan,' entered the race as a 'frivolous candidate to confuse voters.' 'Alaskan voters deserve a fair election, not to be misled in an attempt to rig…”

Ex-Chicago FBI Chief Sues DoJ

Crime & Law · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-02 to 2026-11-03
Former head of Chicago’s FBI office says Trump team ordered ‘politically motivated investigations’ into protesters The Independent · 2026-11-03

“The former head of the FBI’s Chicago office is suing senior Justice Department officials, alleging he was forced to resign over his refusal to pursue politically motivated investigations into anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement protesters.”

Ex-FBI chief in Chicago sues DoJ, claiming he was pressured to investigate Trump’s foes The Guardian · 2026-11-02

“Douglas DePodesta, who served as FBI special agent in charge from 2024 until July 2026, alleged in a federal lawsuit filed on Monday that the Department of Justice (DoJ) had engaged in “misconduct” and “malfeasance” in its pursuit of unjust prosecutions – and…”

Democrats' Election Rout Reorders Health Policy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Democrats' election rout is poised to reorder federal health policy CBS News · 2026-11-04

“Democrats, meanwhile, will use their control of Congress to exercise oversight of the Trump administration and the Department of Health and Human Services.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-31 to 2026-11-01
‘Epstein Files’: U.S. Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Street Journal The Hindu · 2026-11-01

“The President fought for months to prevent the Department of Justice from releasing the so-called "Epstein Files" but eventually signed a law passed by Congress requiring their publication.”

US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Steet Journal over Epstein letter The Straits Times · 2026-10-31

“The report piled scrutiny on Trump from both Democrats and his own Republican party, who rejected the president’s attempts to downplay the saga as a hoax and called for a full release of legal files on Epstein.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
Trump rips ex-lawyer Alina Habba’s ‘obnoxious’ $50M deal with pardoned Venezuelan banker’s family New York Post · 2026-11-02

“The 42-year-old attorney teed the job up while she was still on the Justice Department’s payroll.”

Crime & Law · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-02
In Alaska fishing community, the Dan Sullivan episode takes an ominous turn as FBI comes knocking Toronto Star · 2026-11-02

“Sullivan has taken a serious turn as the Trump administration weighs criminal charges over a campaign tactic known as “ballot stacking.””

In Alaska fishing community, the Dan Sullivan episode takes an ominous turn as FBI comes knocking The Independent · 2026-11-02

“Sullivan has taken a serious turn as the Trump administration weighs criminal charges over a campaign tactic known as “ballot stacking.””

Politics · 4 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-11-01
How Trump plans to govern if Democrats take Congress Global News · 2026-11-01

“They also sought a Justice Department opinion that could allow Trump to invoke executive privilege to shield communications with private advisers from congressional scrutiny, the person said.”

US midterms: Trump ready with plan to outmaneuver Democrat-controlled Congress Times of India · 2026-11-01

“The administration has also sought a Justice Department opinion that could allow Trump to invoke executive privilege to shield communications with private advisers from congressional scrutiny, one person familiar with the matter said.”

Trump White House maps path to govern without Congress if Democrats win The Straits Times · 2026-11-01

“They also sought a Justice Department opinion that could allow Trump to invoke executive privilege to shield communications with private advisers from congressional scrutiny, the source said.”

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Politics · 4 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-30
Appeals court rejects DOJ bid to set aside disputed California ballots CBS News · 2026-10-30

“The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday rejected the Justice Department's request for California to received in the midterm election.The panel's 2-1 ruling is the latest setback for the Trump administration's efforts to assert control over state-run…”

Trump's Claims About Noncitizen Voting Are 'Not Credible,' a Federal Judge Says in a Scathing Decision Reason · 2026-10-29

“The Justice Department gave Weber and Dean Logan, Los Angeles County's top election official, 48 hours to determine whether any of the people on the government's list were in fact citizens.”

Chabria: California votes. Trump's Justice Department panics Los Angeles Times · 2026-10-26

“Two judges questioned the Justice Department’s lawyer about how the Trump administration’s position squared with the law.”

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Circle of Doom Impact on Homeless Voting

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
The “Circle of Doom” Keeping Unhoused Americans From the Polls Mother Jones · 2026-11-03

“Adding to the challenges for marginalized voters is the Trump administration’s scrutiny over election integrity and voter fraud.”

Trump Raises Fraud Concerns Alaska Senate Race

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
Two-thirds of voters fear midterm results could be 'tampered' with... as Trump raises fraud alarm in crucial Alaska Senate race Daily Mail · 2026-11-03

“The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit in late October at Trump's order seeking to block or delay the certification of Alaska's Senate election results if the incumbent Sullivan loses and the other Sullivan's vote total could have changed the outcome.”

Midterm Elections Poll Closures

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
Midterm elections 2026: what time do the polls close today? The Guardian · 2026-11-03

“The justice department even sought to delay certification if the Trump-backed Sullivan lost, though a federal judge recently rejected that effort.”

Fox-Roku Deal Clears DOJ Scrutiny

Economy/Business · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
Fox-Roku deal poised to clear Justice Department scrutiny under consent decree Semafor · 2026-11-03

“The Scoop Fox’s $22 billion acquisition of Roku is poised to clear Justice Department scrutiny and move forward under a consent decree, according to people familiar with the deliberations, despite efforts from a right-wing ally of President Donald Trump to…”

Fox-Roku deal poised to clear Justice Department scrutiny under consent decree, despite conservative pressure Semafor · 2026-11-03

“The Scoop Fox’s $22 billion acquisition of Roku is poised to clear Justice Department scrutiny and move forward under a consent decree, according to people familiar with the deliberations, despite efforts from a right-wing ally of President Donald Trump to…”

Trump Wraps Up Midterm Campaign Rallies

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
The Latest: Trump to hold rallies in Kansas and Iowa after canceling them Toronto Star · 2026-10-30

“California workers, voting rights groups ask judges to stop DOJ election intervention Two legal filings overnight reveal how Trump critics are fighting back as the Justice Department deepens its scrutiny of local election administration.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Inside Costa Rica's new mega-prison based on El Salvador's infamous jail as its first inmates arrive Daily Mail · 2026-11-01

“The justice ministry shared images showing rows of prisoners dressed in orange jumpsuits, seated with shaved heads bowed and their hands behind their necks.”

US Midterm Elections Races

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
What are the races to watch in the US midterm elections and why do they matter? The Guardian · 2026-11-02

“The justice department has sued states for access to their unredacted voter rolls, seeking to cross-check them against a federal immigration database in an effort to identify ineligible voters.”

Alaska Ranked Choice Voting System

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
How Alaska's ranked choice voting system works CBS News · 2026-11-02

“Sullivan raised concerns that it could lead to voter confusion and by the Justice Department to intervene.The Trump administration filed a lawsuit late last month that sought to block Alaska election officials from certifying the results of the Senate…”

US Senate Races To Watch

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch BBC News · 2026-11-02

“The Peltola campaign denies any such link, though the issue is the subject of a state investigation and a justice department lawsuit, which on Sunday was rejected by a judge.”

Democrats Potential Wins In Congress

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
What can Democrats actually do if they win Congress? The Guardian · 2026-11-02

“…e top Democrat on the House oversight committee, has ranked Trump family corruption first on his list of priorities, while Representative Jamie Raskin has requested information on the business dealings of Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner and son Donald Trump…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
Trump’s Attempts to Interfere in the Midterms Have Been “Complete Failures” Mother Jones · 2026-10-29

“That’s particularly true for the Department of Justice—they are not to undertake investigations, question individuals, or file charges in close proximity to an election.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
Trump administration attempts to take down leak of ICE personnel data Al Jazeera · 2026-10-29

“Those agencies have come under intense scrutiny since the start of President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign in 2025.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
The ‘Chinese spy’ suspected of targeting the CEO of the world’s most valuable company The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-29

“The Commerce Department investigation into Megaspeed was handed over this year to the Justice Department, administration officials said.”

Trump's Final Two Years

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
How a blue wave could test Trump in his final two years The Straits Times · 2026-11-02

“How a blue wave could test Trump in his final two years AI generated WASHINGTON – In his second term, US President Donald Trump so far has benefited from his Republican Party holding majorities in both houses of Congress, as he did in the top half of his…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-29 to 2026-10-30
Justice Department issues subpoenas to California election workers NPR · 2026-10-30

“Justice Department issues subpoenas to California election workers The Department of Justice issued subpoenas to election workers in Los Angeles in an escalation of tensions with California election officials over the Trump administration's efforts to…”

Trump launches criminal investigation into claims of illegal voting in California as president tries to stop 'rigged' Democrat midterms wave Daily Mail · 2026-10-29

“Local officials have been subpoenaed to provide voter roll records for individuals the Justice Department appears to suspect lack citizenship, according to an investigation by The New York Times.”

Face The Nation Guests Discuss Midterms

Politics · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 1, 2026 CBS News · 2026-11-01

“Senate race, the certification of which the Justice Department has said it may challenge.”

Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 1, 2026 CBS News · 2026-11-01

“As we discussed on this program last Sunday with Attorney General Todd Blanche, the Justice Department is seeking to stop certification of a possible Democratic win due to ballot confusion with what the New York Times has reported is this Democratic scheme to…”

Stock Trading Ban Debate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Will Democrats block the stock trading ban again after the midterm elections? Fox News · 2026-11-01

“Less than three months later, the Biden Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit against Visa.”

Ilhan Omar's Phony Marriage Allegations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Ilhan Omar’s alleged phony marriage: Letters to the Editor — Nov. 2, 2026 New York Post · 2026-11-01

“Robert Mangi Garden City The Trump administration has presented me with an ethical dilemma: I’m thrilled that the Justice Department is investigating Omar, but I’m outraged that it’s investigating a candidate immediately before an election.”

Funding Labyrinth Conceals Donors

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
‘Dark money made darker’: funding labyrinth conceals donors to Republican campaigns The Guardian · 2026-11-01

“The Green Dragon Society, a 501(c)3, also took $250,000 from Purple Action, a 501(c)4 whose officers include tech mogul and former Trump administration “crypto czar””

Ilhan Omar Faces Growing Scrutiny

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Top Democrat Joe Radinovich splits with Ilhan Omar as she faces growing calls to release secret immigration files... and criminal probe overshadows reelection campaign Daily Mail · 2026-10-30

“Omar has denied the claims made about her by Donald Trump and his Justice Department, which is leading the immigration investigation.”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
US judge Alvin Hellerstein, who handled Maduro trial, dies at 92 Times of India · 2026-10-29

“Trump and Michael Cohen: In 2020, Hellerstein ordered the release of Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer and fixer, from prison after the Justice Department revoked his home confinement.”

ICE Halloween Video Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
ICE posts Halloween video using Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ over images of movie monsters and detained immigrants The Independent · 2026-10-31

“In court filings this week, Department of Justice officials said there are no plans to deploy ICE agents to serve as poll monitors — but officers from the Drug Enforcement Administration and other federal law enforcement agencies that have participated in…”

Ilhan Omar Name Scrutiny

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
Ilhan Omar repeatedly altered her own name on marriage application, new documents reveal... as scrutiny over alleged sham marriage to 'brother' reaches boiling point Daily Mail · 2026-10-31

“Omar has denied the claims made about her by Donald Trump and his Justice Department, which is leading the immigration investigation.”

Ilhan Omar's Lawyers Identified

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
Who are Ilhan Omar’s lawyers? Meet the high-powered Dem attorneys the embattled rep hired Fox News · 2026-10-31

“She has also been a Department of Justice (DOJ) Attaché.”

Ilhan Omar's Saga Continues

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
Why the Ilhan Omar saga isn't going away Fox News · 2026-10-31

“Especially since the New York Times reported that the Minnesota Democrat faced scrutiny by the Obama-era Justice Department in 2016.”

Boasberg Overseeing Omar Warrant Case

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
How Obama appointee and Trump nemesis Boasberg ended up overseeing Ilhan Omar warrant, other key cases Fox News · 2026-10-31

“The scrutiny comes as Boasberg, an Obama-appointed chief judge of the Washington, D.C. district court, oversees a challenge brought by several media outlets seeking to force the Justice Department to unseal the search warrant on the home of Rep.”

States Push Back On Trump's Voting Claims

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
States push back on Trump's noncitizen voting claims ABC News (US) · 2026-10-31

“…final weeks of the campaign, as the administration implores state and local officials, both in and out of court, to investigate those individuals, the lists -- and the grandiose numbers Trump and his allies publicly trumpeted -- appear to be buckling under…”

Obama Admin Launched Omar Probe

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
FBI under Obama found evidence Ilhan Omar entered 'sham marriage' with her suspected brother, explosive report reveals Daily Mail · 2026-10-29

“Trump cited a Justice Department filing that used the name 'Ilhan Nur Said Elmi' in reference to Omar.”

Ilhan Omar's Brother Identifies As Gay Man

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Ilhan Omar's suspected brother who 'married her in sham' referred to himself as a 'gay man' in unearthed document Daily Mail · 2026-10-30

“Trump cited a Justice Department filing that used the name 'Ilhan Nur Said Elmi' in reference to Omar.”

Final Countdown For Politics Desk

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
The final countdown: From the Politics Desk NBC News · 2026-10-30

“Ohio governor: The fallout from Republican Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign ad featuring the estranged mother of his opponent, Amy Acton, has been a galvanizing moment for Democrats in a state that became redder with President Donald Trump’s rise in politics after…”

Grok AI Chats InvestigationRequested

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
House Democrats Demand Trump Preserve Grok AI Chats After TIME Report TIME · 2026-10-30

“The demand offers a preview of the intense scrutiny Trump would face in the final years of his presidency if Democrats reclaim the House in next week’s midterm elections.”

DOJ Election Monitors For Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
US midterms: FBI, ICE agents will not serve as election monitors, DOJ says Times of India · 2026-10-29

“The US Department of Justice said FBI and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel will not serve as monitors during the November midterm elections, amid concerns from civil rights groups that the Trump administration’s plans for federal election…”

Treasury Flags Suspicious Transfers

Economy/Business · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Treasury flags $8B in suspicious foreign-directed transfers through US money services firms Fox News · 2026-10-30

“Bessent has also been involved with the Department of Justice’s grand jury probe into the nonprofit network of Neville Roy Singham.”

Albanian Politician With Ken Paxton

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Why Is This Albanian Politician Hanging Out With Ken Paxton? Mother Jones · 2026-10-30

“He has built relationships with former Trump campaign co-chair Chris LaCivita and has met Justice Department officials and a slew of Texas lawmakers.”

Title IX Controversy At Cornell

Education · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Title IX college campus ‘justice’ is a failure, victims and accused argue in wake of ‘Cornell 7’ scandal New York Post · 2026-10-30

“And it’s coming under even greater scrutiny following allegations that seven fraternity brothers at Cornell University drugged and gang-raped a student.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-10-27 to 2026-10-28
Ilhan Omar slammed over Hasan Piker event as members of her own party revolt over 'Jew-hater' Daily Mail · 2026-10-28

“According to The New York Times, Trump singled out Minnesota's top federal prosecutor, Daniel Rosen, during a private meeting with law enforcement officials in January and told him, 'And prosecute Ilhan Omar.' The White House rejected claims that the…”

Ilhan Omar ignores scandals and laughs off media scrutiny as she tells leftist streamer Hasan Piker they just 'look good' on screen Daily Mail · 2026-10-27

“However, the woke representative is facing renewed scrutiny amid a sprawling Department of Justice (DOJ) probe into her citizenship.”

Midterm Battles Candidates

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Seven key midterm battles, and who is fighting them The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-30

“With control of the Senate potentially at stake, this race has been particularly bitter: the Trump administration’s Department of Justice last week filed a lawsuit requesting Alaska not to certify its Senate results if Peltola wins, arguing that having two…”

Donald Trump Post Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
What Donald Trump will do after the midterms – lose or lose The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-30

“The House Democrats will commence huge investigations of Trump, his alleged corruption and $US2 billion increase in his personal wealth, his obsessive overriding of Congress’ power of the purse and his impoundment and unilateral reassignment of funds Congress…”

Trump's Point Man Anti-Semitism Campaign

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Trump's point man in the fight against Jew hate Fox News · 2026-10-29

“He argues her shift toward anti-Israel extremism—such as endorsing "Zionism is racism" motions, joining radical protests, and accepting awards tied to terror sympathizers—deserves intense scrutiny rather than progressive praise, while also questioning who…”

El-Sayed Faith Scrutiny

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
El-Sayed's faith, family under scrutiny in campaign. Here's what we know. CBS News · 2026-10-29

“The IARA, which raised $20 million and did humanitarian work with children in Africa and Asia, was shut down by the Treasury Department and Justice Department that same year, for violating sanctions and providing aid to al Qaeda and other terrorist groups.”

Trump Offers Million Dollar Voter Fraud Reward

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Ahead of midterms, Trump offers $1-million reward to voter fraud tipsters Los Angeles Times · 2026-10-26

“Two judges questioned the Justice Department’s lawyer about how the Trump administration’s position squared with the law.”

Trump Subpoena Campaign Expands

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Trump expands hunt for noncitizen voters with broad subpoena campaign before midterms The Straits Times · 2026-10-28

“The investigations are “setting up” post-election challenges that, while legally weak, could sow chaos, said Ben Berwick, a former Justice Department attorney who served in the Obama and Trump administrations and now leads the election law and litigation team…”

Trump Pardons Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Trump has robbed victims of $119M in court-ordered restitution with his pardons of allies The Independent · 2026-10-28

“Earlier this year, former Department of Justice pardon attorney Liz Oyer estimated that Trump’s second-term pardons wiped out more than $1.56 billion in criminal penalties, a figure that is likely to continue to surge over the president’s remaining years in…”

Democrats Prepare for Election Fraud Claims

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Here's how Democrats in Congress are preparing for election fraud claims NPR · 2026-10-28

“Common Cause, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, challenged the Justice Department's voter data collection program as violating federal law in court.”

DOJ Lawsuit Blocks Alaska Senate Race Certification

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-24
Trump Thinks Alaskans Could Vote for the Wrong Sullivan. What Can the DOJ Do? TIME · 2026-10-24

“The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a lawsuit that intends to weigh in on the results of the Senate race in Alaska.”

Fourth Circuit Questions DOJ Suit

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Fourth Circuit grills DOJ on lawsuit over Virginia’s crackdown on local police cooperation with ICE Washington Examiner · 2026-10-28

“A federal appeals court grilled the Department of Justice on Tuesday over its challenge of Virginia laws that the Trump administration says unconstitutionally impede on federal immigration enforcement operations, as similar efforts to limit cooperation with…”

Feds Probe Polymarket Violation Allegations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-27
Feds probe whether Polymarket violated 2022 deal to block US traders: report New York Post · 2026-10-27

“The latest probe follows similar investigations that the CFTC and Justice Department closed last year without bringing charges.”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-23
Ex-FBI employees charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden inquiries NPR · 2026-10-23

“Ex-FBI employees charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden inquiries The Justice Department has charged two former FBI employees with making false statements to Congress in connection with the bureau's investigations into Hunter Biden.”

DOJ Demands California Verify Voter Citizenship

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-24
Trump administration demands California expose suspected 'noncitizen' voters in major escalation of crackdown on eve of midterms Daily Mail · 2026-10-24

“The demands, delivered by the Department of Justice on Friday, came with an explicit warning that local officials could face serious federal scrutiny if they refused to cooperate.”

Jared Kushner Lawsuit

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Vanity Fair stays mum despite facing lawsuit over explosive article claiming Jared Kushner oversaw secret Saudi, UAE slush fund New York Post · 2026-10-26

“Mizelle, a former Justice Department chief of staff, wrote on X Saturday.”

Midterm Elections Guide US

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Here's a simple guide to how midterm elections work in the US ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-26

“US President Donald Trump may not be up for election right now, but the outcome of the midterms will shape how much power he has for the rest of his term.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Ramaswamy’s ad splits the GOP in Ohio’s closing stretch: From the Politics Desk NBC News · 2026-10-22

“And in a Truth Social post today, President Donald Trump criticized DeWine while praising Ramaswamy’s “very powerful” ad.”

Military Misses Domestic Abuse Killings

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Pentagon Records Missed Almost Half of Troops’ Domestic Abuse Killings The Intercept · 2026-10-26

“In the fiscal years since the second Trump administration took power, The Intercept found at least 10 service women or women working for the Defense Department have died from intimate partner and domestic violence, six of them killed by male co-workers.”

US Midterm Elections

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
What are the US midterm elections and why do they matter? The Guardian · 2026-10-26

“The justice department has sued states for access to their unredacted voter rolls, seeking to cross-check them against a federal immigration database in an effort to identify ineligible voters.”

Technology · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-23
SpaceX-Tesla merger could face antitrust scrutiny Semafor · 2026-10-23

“One former Justice Department official told Semafor that the risks are real.”

Ilhan Omar Hires Joe Biden's Attorney

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-25
Ilhan Omar hires Joe Biden's pricey personal attorney days after begging supporters for cash to pay her legal fees Daily Mail · 2026-10-25

“Ilhan Omar has turned to two of Washington's most prominent attorneys to defend her as federal investigators scrutinize her finances and immigration history Amy Jeffress, left, previously served as Joe Biden's personal attorney, while Joshua Matz, right,…”

Immigration Detention Hunger Strike Death

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-24
Man detained at Georgia immigration detention center dies as hunger strike continues The Guardian · 2026-10-24

“An immigrant detained at a sprawling detention center complex in Georgia died on Friday, local and federal officials confirmed, after the facility has already faced national scrutiny for its response to an ongoing hunger strike inside.”

Corey Lewandowski Investigated

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-23
DHS watchdog refers its Corey Lewandowski investigation to Justice Department for review NBC News · 2026-10-23

“Asked about the referral of Lewandowski’s case to the Justice Department, Trump said Thursday: “I heard something about it, but I don’t know exactly what it is.”

Kristi Noem Fake Press Release Accusation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-24
Kristi Noem accused of putting out a fake press release about her leaving Trump administration role The Independent · 2026-10-24

“Noem was fired as the secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in March, following intense scrutiny of her leadership as she and Trump carried out a massive immigration crackdown that resulted in the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens and the…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Virginia Democrat indicted on federal drug and money laundering charges The Guardian · 2026-10-22

“An indictment unsealed on Thursday charged Lucas and six other defendants, including several of her relatives, the Department of Justice said in a statement.”

Elon Musk And US Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-24
Elon Musk has a lot to lose at US midterms as pollsters tip blue wave ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-24

“The Tesla and SpaceX chief executive's stint as a special government employee leading the now-defunct Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had ended months earlier after a string of controversies.”

Ilhan Omar's Real Name

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Prosecutors brand Ilhan Omar with startling new name as DOJ fights to keep fraud probe secret Daily Mail · 2026-10-22

“The name in the latest filing has also revived scrutiny of Omar's 2009 marriage to Ahmed Nur Said Elmi.”

Ilhan Omar's Home Raided

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-23
Defiant Ilhan Omar dodges questions as federal probe into sham marriage, name hits boiling point New York Post · 2026-10-23

“A separate Justice Department inquiry is looking into Omar’s financial disclosures after she amended a filing that initially reported million dollars in assets, later attributing the discrepancy to an accounting error.”

DOJ Challenges Judges Over Bias

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
DOJ steps up fight with judges accused of bias and stalling Trump agenda Washington Examiner · 2026-10-22

“President Donald Trump’s Justice Department is escalating its fight with the federal courts to new levels.”

Trump's Ed Dept Policy Changes

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Trump’s Education Department Scaled Back Investigations Into Discrimination and Sexual Assault on Campus, New Data Shows ProPublica · 2026-10-22

“Department of Education has dramatically scaled back investigations involving schools and colleges since the second Trump administration began, even as complaints continue to pour in, a ProPublica analysis of newly obtained records found.”

Politics · 7 matching articles from 5 outlets · 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-17
Ilhan Omar's turbulent week explained: The dueling probes that threw the Somali-born progressive into chaos Fox News · 2026-10-17

“Early Monday morning, federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the chief investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), executed a search warrant on Washington, D.C. home of Rep.”

Ilhan Omar raid sparks ominous prediction from watchdog: 'They probably got the goods' Fox News · 2026-10-17

“Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, later requested Justice Department scrutiny of the nonprofit.”

DHS Was Designed as a Weapon The Intercept · 2026-10-16

“The Department of Justice has vaguely described a “federal criminal investigation,” but Omar has long been a political foe of President Donald Trump.”

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Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-18
Trump Plows Forward With Plan to Build the Golf Course of His Dreams in DC Mother Jones · 2026-10-18

“Trump’s post comes as his project is facing local criticism and legal scrutiny.”

Justice Department Election Watchers

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-21
Monitoring the monitors: US states prepare for surge of Justice Dept election watchers Dawn · 2026-10-21

“When Justice Department (DOJ) staffers arrived in Minnesota this summer to monitor the state’s primary election, they found themselves under scrutiny as well.”

UNC Settlement Over Campus Policies

Education · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-20
UNC settles Trump admin probes into alleged campus antisemitism, race-based admissions Fox News · 2026-10-20

“The Trump administration reached a settlement with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill that will close 18 active federal investigations and a separate Justice Department compliance review involving alleged antisemitism and race discrimination at…”

Trump's Venezuelan Oil Deal Terms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-21
The Secret Terms of Trump’s Venezuelan Oil Deal ProPublica · 2026-10-21

“The two sides even spelled out that any civil case or arbitration must be argued before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, where Trump’s Justice Department has turned, time and again, for favorable rulings.”

DOJ Official Defends Trump Voter Probe

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-19
DOJ official defends Trump's noncitizen voter probe on '60 Minutes,' accuses show of editing out her answers Fox News · 2026-10-19

“Dhillon pledged in July that the Trump administration will pursue every provable case of illegal voting under what she described as a "broken windows" enforcement strategy, marking a sharp shift from prior administrations as the DOJ intensifies scrutiny of…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-13 to 2026-10-15
The disappearing women of the Trump administration The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-15

“The women in Trump’s orbit do not seem any more inclined to controversy than the men; his male appointees have repeatedly drawn scrutiny and calls for their ouster.”

Kimberly Guilfoyle's burn book revealed. Her MAGA secrets kept in a journal so potent it has nervous Trump insiders fearing revenge: 'She knows where the bodies are buried' Daily Mail · 2026-10-13

“…y confirmed Guilfoyle was asked to resign, following reports that President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio had been left 'extremely p***ed off' by her alleged antics, which prompted a State Department Office Inspector General investigation last…”

Trump Administration Sues California Over Noncitizen Voting

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-15
US justice department sues California over alleged noncitizen voting The Guardian · 2026-10-15

“The US Department of Justice sued California on Thursday, seeking a court order to prevent the state from tabulating certain ballots cast in the midterm elections.”

Kimberly Guilfoyle's Legal Troubles

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-18
Kimberly Guilfoyle's Greek tragedy: Alone and screaming about leakers as she awaits eviction… the deleted photos... and her breathless pleas to top Republicans Daily Mail · 2026-10-18

“The now ex-ambassador to Greece reportedly asked Hegseth and Barrack for moral support – and a personal pitch to President Donald Trump on her behalf.”

Trump Admin Law School Reform

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-18
Becoming a lawyer could get cheaper and faster under looming Trump admin shakeup Fox News · 2026-10-18

“The ABA faculty requirements criticized by Biggs are also facing scrutiny from the Justice Department, which has threatened an antitrust investigation over restrictions on adjunct professors teaching core law school courses.”

White House Vs Chicago Mayor Over Reparations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-15
White House punches back at Chicago Mayor Johnson over reparations demands Fox News · 2026-10-15

“However, the Trump administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) has signaled plans to challenge race-conscious distribution models.”

Judge Blocks US Sanctions On ICC Groups

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-14
Judge blocks US sanctions on rights groups helping ICC Gaza war crimes inquiry The Guardian · 2026-10-14

“The state department also did not immediately respond, but told the New York Times in a statement: “The Trump administration has been clear: the ICC poses an intolerable threat to US sovereignty.””

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-11
Justice Department is investigating major TV networks including Fox News, CNN, NBC, ABC, and CBS, over Trump coverage boycott Daily Mail · 2026-10-11

“The Justice Department has launched an antitrust investigation into five of America's biggest television networks, including Fox News and CNN, over allegations they coordinated a boycott of President Donald Trump's White House events.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-07 to 2026-10-09
What to know about the Army’s plans to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Washington Examiner · 2026-10-09

“This week, President Donald Trump approved Hasan’s execution, which would make him the first person executed through the military justice system since a soldier was hanged in 1961, and the first to be killed by firing squad since 1945.”

Trump approved the military's 1st firing squad execution since WWII. Why now? NPR · 2026-10-07

“The Justice Department made firing squads available for federal executions earlier this year, following a directive from Trump.”

Ilhan Omar Wealth Scandal Raid

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-13
Ilhan Omar's wealth scandal takes a turn just one day after raid of her DC home Fox News · 2026-10-13

“The Justice Department confirmed that Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents executed a judicially authorized search warrant Monday as part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation.”

Increased Threats Against President

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-12
Secret Service leadership warn of 'massive increase' in threats against the president Fox News · 2026-10-12

“Protection for the president has also come under scrutiny as the FBI hesitates to release documents pertaining to the investigation of the assassination attempt on Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Why Trump is targeting green card path used by Microsoft, other tech firms The Straits Times · 2026-10-08

“Justice Department investigations launched during Trump’s first term into alleged PERM recruitment violations by Apple Inc. and Meta led to large settlements.”

Voting Crackdown Sweeps States

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-11
MAP IT: DOJ illegal voting crackdown sweeps 17 states as razor-thin elections face scrutiny Fox News · 2026-10-11

“The Justice Department has charged 64 foreign nationals across 17 states with unlawful voting, fraudulent voter registration and election-related offenses in roughly the last five weeks, according to figures provided to Fox News Digital, as federal…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-09
Federal grand jury hears evidence in probe of former Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson's Jan 6 testimony: source Fox News · 2026-10-09

“The New York Post reported Thursday that the Justice Department was investigating Hutchinson over possible false statements to Congress and that a federal grand jury had been convened to hear evidence.”

DOJ trying to indict former Mark Meadows aide Cassidy Hutchinson CBS News · 2026-10-08

“Capitol, two sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.Hutchinson, a former aide to White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, drew the ire of President Trump's base when she before the House committee tasked with investigating the 2021 Capitol attack.In a…”

Binance Compliance Investigation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-10
US Justice Department scrutinises Binance compliance with 2023 settlement deal The Straits Times · 2026-10-10

“US Justice Department scrutinises Binance compliance with 2023 settlement deal AI generated WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is scrutinising whether Binance Holdings breached a landmark settlement with the US government, as…”

Midterm Spending Increase

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-09
The Midterm Spending Bonanza Is Threatening Democracy Like Never Before Mother Jones · 2026-10-09

“But what’s different is that the quid pro quo of campaign money for preferential government treatment is more brazen than ever before and has become part of the cornucopia of corruption running through the Trump administration.”

Cornell Bans Fraternity Parties Over Assault Allegations

Education · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-05
Cornell President Vows ‘Serious Look’ at Campus Fraternities Amid Sexual Assault Allegations TIME · 2026-10-05

“James was charged with mortgage fraud by the Justice Department last year, but a judge dismissed the case and two grand juries rejected subsequent attempts to indict her.”

FBI Trump Family Surveillance

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Biden-era FBI records reveal sprawling Wiles monitoring as buried contacts surface Fox News · 2026-10-08

“The probe was launched by the FBI and Justice Department in March 2022, with then-FBI Director Christopher Wray seeking authorization and Attorney General Merrick Garland approving the full investigation.”

Public Corruption Debate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-09
Susan Collins and Troy Jackson spar over public corruption allegations in second debate Washington Examiner · 2026-10-09

“The story cited a 2019 meeting between Kao and the head of a pro-Collins super PAC and suggested that the scrutiny evaporated as a result of a Trump-led purge of the Justice Department.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-06
October 5, 2026 Letters from an American · 2026-10-06

“The Office of Legal Counsel in the Department of Justice produced an opinion providing legal cover for the strikes, and some of the members of Congress who have seen it are alarmed.”

Flydubai Hijacker's Radicalization Path

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-04
Terror cells inside foreign airlines 'certainly a possibility,' retired pilot warns Fox News · 2026-10-04

“President Donald Trump since came out with the belief there were ties to Iran.”

Columbia University October 7th Sauce Controversy

Education · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Columbia University under fire for bizarrely naming cafeteria's pasta sauce 'October 7th Blush sauce' Daily Mail · 2026-10-08

“…ed the university of intentionally choosing the name 'Blush Sauce' and speculating that it was a reference to the blood of those killed in the attack Columbia’s latest controversy comes as the university faces renewed scrutiny over its handling of pro…”

Trump Election Fears Probe

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Trump's simmering anger over secret plot to take down Barron and Melania... as he raids $400m war chest to combat 'unprecedented' probe of first family if election fears come true Daily Mail · 2026-10-08

“Trump allies predict that Democrats relishing the chance to investigate the president and his family will inevitably fall flat on their faces, just as they did in previous efforts to use the legal system to punish the president when Biden controlled the…”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-06
Whistleblower who linked Lutnick to Epstein found dead The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-06

“A whistleblower who uncovered evidence linking a senior Trump administration official to Jeffrey Epstein has died by suicide.”

Disney ABC FCC Court Battle

Entertainment · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-06
ABC and Trump's FCC battle in federal court over issues of free speech and jurisdiction Toronto Star · 2026-10-06

“…yer for ABC on Tuesday asked a federal judge to prevent the Trump administration from conducting an unusual, early review of its broadcast licenses, likening it to a looming execution by guillotine that was already chilling the network’s editorial decisions…”

Antisemitism Law Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-06
Antisemitism Law Helped Get a Professor Fired for Free Speech, Lawsuit Says The Intercept · 2026-10-06

“With President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, however, these attacks have gained more purchase as they dovetailed with the administration’s focus on left-wing and pro-Palestine academics and activists.”

School Policies Controversy

Education · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-05
White House targets LAUSD over twisted policies hiding kids’ secrets from families — as ‘domestic terrorists’ row erupts again New York Post · 2026-10-05

““Today, the Trump administration’s Department of Education and Department of Justice are saying what parents have known all along: Parents are not terrorists,””

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-01
Family of woman killed by US immigration agent sues Trump administration The Straits Times · 2026-10-01

“Good’s death also prompted turmoil inside the Justice Department after federal prosecutors in Minneapolis were prevented from investigating the agents involved, with several resigning in protest.”

Renee Good’s family sues Trump administration over fatal Minneapolis shooting Washington Examiner · 2026-10-01

“The Justice Department declined to investigate the agents involved in Good’s killing, a decision that prompted at least six federal prosecutors in Minneapolis to resign.”

Alito Supreme Court Interview

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-04
The Alito Court: A rare interview with the influential Supreme Court justice CBS News · 2026-10-04

“Without his black robe, no one seems to realize Samuel Alito is one of the most influential Supreme Court justices of our time.Portrayal of him as "angry" or "bitter" strikes Alito as "a caricature"”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-02
David Rivera sentenced to 10 years in Venezuela lobbying case CBS News · 2026-10-02

“David Rivera was sentenced Friday to 10 years in federal prison for his role in on behalf of the Venezuelan government during the first Trump administration.Rivera, a former Florida congressman and longtime friend of U.S.”

UCLA Law School Admissions Controversy

Education · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-02
UCLA law school accused by justice department of illegally using race in admissions The Guardian · 2026-10-02

“The Department of Justice said on Thursday that the law school at the University of California, Los Angeles illegally considered race in admissions.”

Justice Department finds UCLA law school illegally used race in admissions The Independent · 2026-10-02

“Log in The Justice Department found Thursday that the law school at the University of California, Los Angeles, illegally considered race in admissions.”

Fever 2026 Timeline Wnbaimpact

Sports · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-03
Fever 2026 timeline: How Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and rivals likely changed the WNBA forever Fox News · 2026-10-03

“Their letter suggested investigations by the Justice Department, Labor Department or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission if discrimination or retaliation were creating a hostile workplace were on the table.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-29 to 2026-09-30
Eric Schmitt defends perjury trap airball at Jack Smith hearing: ‘Not a mistake’ Washington Examiner · 2026-09-30

“Smith said Department of Justice records could corroborate his attendance at the Iowa-Maryland game.”

Jack Smith defends investigations into Trump during tense US Senate hearing Al Jazeera · 2026-09-29

“Smith, who said Trump has threatened him with jail, framed the scrutiny of his work as part of a broader challenge to the independence of the Justice Department.”

Jack Smith faces Senate grilling as Republicans press for criminal charges against him Washington Examiner · 2026-09-29

“I look forward to achieving some accountability on the part of the misguided Biden Justice Department.””

Technology · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-30
Trump’s FTC is investigating OpenAI and Anthropic one day after bringing them to the White House The Independent · 2026-09-30

“…s not been publicly announced, arrived one day after Donald Trump’s “accord” with major AI firms, which the president described as a “morally binding” but voluntary pact with leading industry figures to self-regulate a technology that is facing immense…”

Bribery Allegations Involving Susan Collins

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-03
Watch: We Uncovered Bribery Allegations Involving Susan Collins ProPublica · 2026-10-03

“Then President Donald Trump returned to office — and the FBI and Department of Justice teams that handled public corruption cases were eviscerated.”

Venezuelan Man Shot by ICE Charged with Assault

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-29
Venezuelan man shot by ICE agent in Texas charged with assaulting an officer The Guardian · 2026-09-29

“A nine-page affidavit from a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agent amounts to the government’s fullest public account to date of the shooting in the Texas capital, which has set off protests and outrage from Democrats over the Trump administration’s…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-30
Hate is on the ballot this November — can Los Angeles pass the test? New York Post · 2026-09-30

“After anti-Israel protesters blocked access to an LA synagogue in 2024, President Joe Biden condemned the outrage; the Justice Department launched a civil-rights investigation under President Donald Trump.”

Migrant Kids Application Approval

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-01
Biden admin approved 99% of applications for migrant kids in one year — exposing them to rapists, murders, new report shows New York Post · 2026-10-01

““The sponsor has been charged by the state, and the case is under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Justice.”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-28
FBI co-deputy director Andrew Bailey resigns after just over a year, says ‘returning to family in Missouri’ Times of India · 2026-09-28

“He joined the FBI amid scrutiny of Patel's leadership, including the bureau's handling of investigative files involving late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which created political pressure for the Trump administration and tensions within the Justice Department.”

ICE Enforcement Actions

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-01
ICE got ‘quieter’ – then killed a father in Maine. Now watch groups are shifting their tactics too The Guardian · 2026-10-01

“Trump replaced Department of Homeland Security (DHS) leadership, directing ICE to adopt “a little bit of a softer touch”.”

Election Crime Arrests Increasing

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-01
Election crime arrests keep piling up as Dems insist it 'just doesn't happen' Fox News · 2026-10-01

“"The Department of Justice’s arrest of a dozen people after investigating millions of the 174 million registered voters in America confirms that," he said, adding he wished DOJ would instead focus on reported delays in voter-registration processing in states…”

Judge Contempt Probe Over Deportations

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-29
Appeals court weighs fate of judge's contempt probe over Trump administration deportation flights Toronto Star · 2026-09-29

“…cessary and futile” contempt investigation into whether the Trump administration ignored an order blocking the deportation of planeloads of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, a Justice Department attorney argued Tuesday before an appeals court that often…”

Technology · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-27
Bill Gates says getting countries to agree on AI regulations will be harder than Cold War-era nuclear negotiations NBC News · 2026-09-27

“His remarks came as he spoke about President Donald Trump’s stance against regulating AI.”

Epstein Links Investigation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-30
Norway parliament probes Epstein links to politicians, diplomats The Straits Times · 2026-09-30

“US President Donald Trump's Department of Justice in January released millions of Epstein-related documents, revealing connections to politicians, royals and the ultra-rich around the world.”

Havana Syndrome Investigation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-28
Morning Update: Security experts call for Havana Syndrome probe The Globe and Mail · 2026-09-28

“The Canadian Department of Justice confirmed that it invoked Section 38 of the Canada Evidence Act in the case, a rarely used law that restricts disclosure of matters that could harm national security, national defence or international relations.”

Jan 6 Prosecutions

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-28
Right-wing conservatives push to shut down the last active Jan. 6 prosecution NBC News · 2026-09-28

“Trump pardoned Jan. 6 defendants as one of his first acts in office, and as a result, the Justice Department shut down ongoing investigations into the rioters who beat and bloodied law enforcement and caused an estimated $2.7 billion in costs.”

Trump's UN Speech Controversies

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Trump’s Iran threat at the U.N. and Ole Miss students found dead: Morning Rundown NBC News · 2026-09-23

“Defending Trump media ban, DOJ cites national security and says White House access is a ‘privilege’ The Department of Justice said in a court filing late yesterday that the president has the right to ban media outlets CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White…”

Satanic Panic Controversy

Explore New Topics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-27
The “Satanic Panic” Made Her a True-Crime Obsession. The Truth Is More Haunting. The Intercept · 2026-09-27

“Although the Tennessee Department of Correction routinely denies interviews with people under a death sentence, Pike addressed the matter through one of her attorneys for the 2025 podcast.”

Elon Musk EU Fine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-25
Justice Department under Trump asks EU to scrap $137M US fine for Elon Musk's X CBC News · 2026-09-25

“Justice Department under Trump asks EU to scrap $137M US fine for Elon Musk's X EU issued $137M US fine to X for 'deceptive design practices' The European Union's executive arm said Friday it's prepared to defend a 120 million euro ($137 million US) fine…”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
Nightmare for Kash Patel as hackers 'steal data on EVERY FBI agent' and issue chilling Trump threat Daily Mail · 2026-09-22

“Some of the leaked phone numbers matched people with the same names in open-source intelligence databases, and several were linked to Justice Department personnel, according to checks by 404 Media.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
Trump ejects 760,000 people off Obamacare as part of escalated fraud crackdown Daily Mail · 2026-09-22

“Earlier this year, the Justice Department announced that AP of South Florida, LLC (APSF) had agreed to plead guilty to its role in an enrollment fraud scheme that resulted in the federal government awarding $141.5 million in unwarranted subsidies.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-20
Why Trump Keeps Framing His Building Projects as Matters of National Security TIME · 2026-09-20

“At the time, the Justice Department argued that Congress cannot limit a President’s core military and national security decisions during a time of war.”

Election Interference Strategy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-25
Jack Smith’s election interference wasn’t an accident. It was the strategy Washington Examiner · 2026-09-25

“The House Judiciary Committee’s 57-page interim staff report, released Wednesday and titled “How Jack Smith and the Biden-Harris Department of Justice Disregarded the Separation of Powers to Spy on Their Political Opposition,” suggests the reality under…”

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
DOJ charges Utah postal worker for allegedly dumping mail ballots in trash CBS News · 2026-09-23

“Postal Service letter carrier in Utah has been charged with throwing out more than 300 ballots that were being sent to voters for the state's June primary, the Justice Department said Tuesday.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Two Jeffrey Epstein associates under investigation by New York federal prosecutors Washington Examiner · 2026-09-23

““We don’t comment on the existence, or lack thereof, of investigations,” a Justice Department spokesman told the Washington Examiner.”

DOJ Crime Victims Program

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-24
DOJ announces $25 million ANGEL grant program as it hosts violent crime victims Washington Examiner · 2026-09-24

“The Justice Department unveiled a $25 million grant opportunity Thursday as Attorney General Todd Blanche hosted violent crime survivors and grieving families for a summit focused on public safety and support for victims.”

Voter Roll Review Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-24
White House pushes for speedy review of voter rolls in hunt for noncitizen voters The Straits Times · 2026-09-24

“White House pushes for speedy review of voter rolls in hunt for noncitizen voters Sept 24 - The White House has pushed federal agencies to accelerate their review of at least 47 state voter rolls obtained by the Department of Homeland Security, according to…”

DoorDash Political Spending

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
DoorDash Spent $1.4 Million Trying to Stop Mamdani From Becoming Mayor. Now We Know Why. The Intercept · 2026-09-23

““They knew that by having a mayor who’s willing to put resources [for workers], it’s gonna be detrimental to their corporate model,” said Ligia Guallpa, executive director of the Worker’s Justice Project, a group that organizes for low-wage immigrant workers…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-17 to 2026-09-18
The Latest: Postal chief says work has stopped on system key to Trump effort to limit mail voting Toronto Star · 2026-09-18

“It has added to critics’ concerns about Blanche’s loyalty to Trump and White House influence on Justice Department matters against the backdrop of investigations into numerous perceived foes of the president.”

Trump failed to block mail-in ballots ahead of the midterms. What happens next? The Independent · 2026-09-17

“Pumped-up investigations Days before the Supreme Court’s ruling, the Justice Department sent threatening letters to at least 30 election officials across the country, warning states that they are “currently under investigation” and subject to “ongoing…”

Brendan Carr AA Cult Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
Brendan Carr was a member of a rogue Alcoholics Anonymous group some labeled a ‘cult’ The Guardian · 2026-09-22

““A man who has the power to control what types of stories the mainstream public have access to is a man who should expect the narrative of his own life to fall under scrutiny,” she said.”

Trump Interferes With Investigations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
The FBI Anti-Corruption Squad Was Circling Susan Collins — Until Trump Got in the Way ProPublica · 2026-09-22

“Trump’s Justice Department no longer takes on public corruption in any meaningful fashion, former officials said.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
United Nations says US may have committed war crimes in Iran: What it means Al Jazeera · 2026-09-18

“While the Trump administration initially tried to place the blame on Iranian forces, weapons analysts identified a missile used in the strike as a US Tomahawk Land Attack Missile, which Iran does not possess, from fragments at the site.”

Huawei Criminal Enterprise Labelled

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-20
Why have US prosecutors labelled China’s Huawei a criminal enterprise? Al Jazeera · 2026-09-20

“Justice Department lawyer Taylor Stout said in his opening remarks.”

Epstein Investigation Delay

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-19
Andrew feels he is 'living in limbo' over Epstein investigation but is 'making the most' of his new life in Sandringham, friends say Daily Mail · 2026-09-19

“… Jeffrey Epstein Andrew was pictured leaving Aylsham police station in Norfolk in February after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office Friends of the former prince told The Telegraph: 'Thames Valley Police seems to be no nearer being able to…”

Crime & Law · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-15
FBI Director Kash Patel clashes with Democrats at oversight hearing NBC News · 2026-09-15

“Patel faced scrutiny from Democrats about changes to the FBI’s hiring process amid firings and departures from the bureau since Trump retook office in January 2025.”

FBI Director Kash Patel to testify before Senate panel CBS News · 2026-09-15

“…ersies at the FBI — including the departures of hundreds of staff from the bureau, the Justice Department's investigations into President Trump's political foes, the administration's immigration policies, the Epstein files and Patel's own use of FBI…”

Private Prison Detainee Transfer

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute CBS News · 2026-09-18

“A 2020 audit by the Justice Department's inspector general found that the U.S.”

Attorney General Political Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
Attorney General Blanche's appearances at political events blur Justice Department boundaries Toronto Star · 2026-09-18

“It has added to critics’ concerns about Blanche’s loyalty to Trump and White House influence on Justice Department matters against the backdrop of investigations into numerous perceived foes of the president.”

Trump Enemies List

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
Many Trump ‘enemies’ are being spoon-fed to him by one conservative think tank The Independent · 2026-09-18

“Days after the September 2025 assassination, Miller told Vice President JD Vance — who was guest-hosting Kirk’s eponymous podcast — he wanted the administration “to use every resource we have at the Department of Justice, Homeland Security and throughout this…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
This bill could reshape crypto in America -- and it's sparking a major battle NPR · 2026-09-15

“Notably, the Department of Justice would be tasked with enforcing the ethics clause, which Democrats strongly object to since they don't believe the agency would provide a meaningful check on a sitting president.”

Affirmative Action Debate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-17
The Supreme Court called the Constitution colorblind — the USDA is enforcing it Washington Examiner · 2026-09-17

“As of this summer, the Supreme Court and the Trump administration agree that you should be treated as an individual without regard to your race or color.”

Trump Legal Challenge Against Agencies

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-16
First Circuit weighs Trump bid to gut trio of government agencies Washington Examiner · 2026-09-16

“Court of Appeals for the 1st Circuit heard arguments from the Justice Department and the coalition of Democratic states as the administration seeks to reverse that ruling.”

Election Integrity Investigation Charges

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
Seven noncitizens charged in North Texas election-integrity investigation Fox News · 2026-09-15

“"So this person has already interacted with our office, the Department of Justice, and chose to then again commit a serious federal violation."”

Trump Pardons Brokers

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
Pardon brokers offer to "put pressure on the president," at sky-high costs CBS News · 2026-09-15

“Trump's clemency actions in his second term were not routed through the Justice Department (and that number is 92% when including the Jan. 6 cases), according to a CBS News analysis of Justice Department data.”

Iran Oil Proceeds Money Laundering

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
DOJ says millions in Iran oil proceeds laundered on Binance The Straits Times · 2026-09-15

“The cryptocurrency exchange’s controls were under intense legal scrutiny in 2023 when the Justice Department charged the company and its co-founder over flouting anti-money laundering rules.”

Reparations Policy Controversy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-14
This city led the way on reparations for Black people. Trump is trying to stop it NPR · 2026-09-14

“In June, the Justice Department announced it would join a conservative group's lawsuit alleging that the city's plan is racially discriminatory because only Black people qualify.”

India's Parliament Scandal

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-10
House panel to probe foreign ‘Trojan horses’ as Singham scrutiny widens Fox News · 2026-09-10

“As Fox News Digital first reported in June, the Justice Department is investigating alleged financial crimes connected to Singham and the nonprofit organizations he funded, with the U.S.”

Homeland Security Agent Charged

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-09
Homeland security agent charged with child rape in Alabama, officials say The Guardian · 2026-09-09

“But the DHS has faced scrutiny over its employee vetting practices after it received an unprecedented $170bn in funding for immigration and border enforcement securities amid the Trump administration’s drive for mass deportations.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-04
25 Years After 9/11, Muslims Are Still Politicians’ Favorite Scapegoat The Intercept · 2026-09-04

“The Trump administration is also deploying hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to conduct a witch hunt for unspecified voter fraud, despite lacking evidence that that’s a real issue.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-05
Prankster built GOP midterm convention lookalike website - that just sends people to the Epstein files The Independent · 2026-09-05

“The Justice Department’s release of millions of Epstein-related records has renewed scrutiny of his ties to powerful figures, including Trump, who has not been accused of wrongdoing and says he cut ties with Epstein years ago.”

Mock Republican convention website redirects users to Epstein Files Al Jazeera · 2026-09-04

“Some critics have pointed out that certain records published by the Justice Department appear unnecessarily redacted, while others reveal the identities of victims.”

Fake RNC midterm convention link reroutes to DOJ Epstein files website Washington Examiner · 2026-09-04

“The site then redirects visitors to a Justice Department webpage containing records related to Epstein, the convicted sex offender whose connections to prominent political, business, and social figures have drawn extensive scrutiny.”

USA vs Trump Loyalists

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-06
Ruling renews scrutiny of tactic used to make Trump loyalist L.A.'s top federal prosecutor Los Angeles Times · 2026-09-06

“The federal appellate court ruled Monday that the Department of Justice cannot keep an official who has not been confirmed by the Senate in charge of a U.S. attorney’s office simply by giving that person a different title and the full powers of the job.”

Trump Campaign Allegations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-05
This Week in Democracy – Week 85: What a Pair of Bombshell Whistleblower Reports Uncovered About Trump's Tyranny Zeteo · 2026-09-05

“Wednesday, Sept. 2 – Trump Officials Blocked Serious Charges Against ICE Agent ProPublica reported that Trump’s Justice Department leaders intervened to block civil rights charges against an ICE agent accused of shooting a Venezuelan immigrant and lying about…”

BOP Nicotine Pouch Deal

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-04
BOP faces scrutiny over exclusive deal to sell nicotine pouches to prisoners CBS News · 2026-09-04

“…BS News began investigating the nicotine pouch deal and an anonymous federal employee this week emailed the Justice Department's inspector general and Attorney General Todd Blanche to raise concerns, a senior prison official on Thursday paused the…”

Trump Midterm Election Intervention

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-28
Inside the Democratic task force preparing for if Trump interferes in the midterms NPR · 2026-08-28

“Trump has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to develop state lists of adult U.S. citizens and for the Postal Service to deliver mail-in ballots only to registered voters on those lists.”

American Values and Identity

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-28
What Our Heroes Tell Us About America Persuasion · 2026-08-28

“Garrow’s telling draws from then-newly available Bureau summaries of still-sealed recordings, related investigative material, and a 1977 Justice Department review that found the FBI transcripts it examined to be accurate.”

Post 9/11 US Response Trial

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-25
Smithsonian-linked museum in El-Sayed’s backyard puts America’s post-9/11 response on trial Fox News · 2026-08-25

“…ttacks, immigration authorities detained 762 noncitizens on immigration charges in connection with the FBI’s terrorism investigation, including for overstaying visas or entering the country illegally, according to a Justice Department inspector general…”

ICE Bypasses Local Oversight Laws

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-24
'Every advocate's nightmare': Inside ICE's strategy to sidestep local oversight laws Los Angeles Times · 2026-08-24

“State laws allow monitoring and investigation of the facilities by the California Department of Justice and local health authorities.”

ICE Detainee Complaint System Fails

Crime & Law · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-20
Here's how the system to report problems in ICE detention has failed immigrants NPR · 2026-08-20

“It is one of the few remaining safeguards for immigrants in federal custody after the Trump administration effectively dismantled other oversight offices.”

Pentagon Funding Threats

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-19
Pentagon threatens to cut federal funding to 30 universities over foreign academic partnerships The Guardian · 2026-08-19

“The justice department is also investigating whether Harvard allowed Chinese donors to establish scholarships that excluded American students, part of a wider series of federal investigations and disputes involving the Ivy League institution.”

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