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New top prosecutor named in New Jersey, ending impasse over U.S attorney’s office
Robert Frazer was appointed acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey by federal judges, ending a year-long leadership dispute in the state's U.S. attorney’s office.
Senators seek review of Justice Department’s handling of Epstein files
Senators ask GAO to investigate Justice Department's compliance with law on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files amid concerns over redactions and omissions.
US encourages companies to report criminal misconduct in new nationwide policy
The US Justice Department introduces a new nationwide policy encouraging companies to report criminal misconduct for reduced penalties and cooperation benefits.
MD should allow a way to hold federal authorities accountable
Commentary: Maryland should enact a law allowing lawsuits against federal officials for constitutional violations, similar to Illinois' Bivens Act.
Who should represent government when the president sues it?
America’s most prolific litigant in the last 12 months is the current president of the United States. More often, he is the defendant and if he is not the defendant, […]
DOJ seeks to undo Bannon’s conviction for defying Jan. 6 subpoena
The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to clear the way to dismiss Steve Bannon’s Jan. 6 contempt of Congress conviction.
Trump administration says it is creating DOJ division to tackle fraud
President Donald Trump's administration said it was creating a new division at the Department of Justice to combat what the White House called "rampant" fraud across the U.S.
Some suggested adjustments to the presidential pardon process
Presidential pardons are broad and powerful. Their history, from the Civil War on, illuminates abuse concerns and how reforms could aid transparency.
Federal officials reverse Hyattsville immigration court’s move to eject reporters
Federal officials reversed a local court’s decision, confirming that immigration court hearings are open to the public and the news media.
Ex-FBI director Comey seeks dismissal of charges, cites vindictive prosecution
James Comey asks a federal judge to dismiss charges, alleging Trump’s DOJ targeted him with an unlawful prosecution driven by political revenge.
Abrego Garcia may have been vindictively prosecuted by Trump administration, US judge finds
A federal judge ruled Kilmar Abrego Garcia may be facing vindictive prosecution after his wrongful deportation challenge.
Principals fight DOJ request for names in transgender athlete case
A principals' group is fighting a subpoena from the Department of Justice that seeking names of students playing interscholastic sports in the state as the DOJ attempts to ban transgender athletes from participating.
