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fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago
Law

A Former Federal Prosecutor on Why He Quit Donald Trump's Department of Justice

Thousands of federal prosecutors have resigned or been fired under Pam Bondi, who has weaponized the Justice Department for political vendettas.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

Op-Ed | It is hard to appreciate how much power the U.S. Justice Department wields | amNewYork

The Justice Department is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws, highlighting tensions between federal and local policies.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

DOJ's Own Watchdog Is Investigating How The Department Handled The Epstein Files

The Justice Department is under investigation for its handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | It is hard to appreciate how much power the U.S. Justice Department wields | amNewYork

The Justice Department is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws, highlighting tensions between federal and local policies.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Kristen Welker Asks Trump DOJ Head If President Still Has Confidence' In Kash Patel Amid Drinking Scandal

The investigation into the White House Correspondence Dinner security breach is ongoing, with confidence in FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized despite critical reports.
#ai-regulation
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
3 days ago

How the DOJ Is Tackling Fraud in the ACA Marketplace - MedCity News

Fraud targeting vulnerable populations in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace is a significant issue, with deceptive practices disrupting healthcare access.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment

The Justice Department will allow firing squads and reauthorize pentobarbital for federal executions under the Trump administration's renewed push for capital punishment.
#southern-poverty-law-center
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Joy Reid Goes Off On Trump DOJ Over Absolutely Insane' SPLC Indictment

The indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center by Trump's Justice Department is criticized as politically motivated and unfounded.
Non-profit organizations
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

DOJ announces its latest criminal target. It's a nonprofit group that tracks right-wing extremists

The Southern Poverty Law Center is under investigation by the DOJ for its use of paid informants in monitoring extremism.
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Todd Blanche and Kash Patel indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center for wire fraud, false representations, and conspiracy to money launder.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Joy Reid Goes Off On Trump DOJ Over Absolutely Insane' SPLC Indictment

The indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center by Trump's Justice Department is criticized as politically motivated and unfounded.
Non-profit organizations
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

DOJ announces its latest criminal target. It's a nonprofit group that tracks right-wing extremists

The Southern Poverty Law Center is under investigation by the DOJ for its use of paid informants in monitoring extremism.
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Todd Blanche and Kash Patel indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center for wire fraud, false representations, and conspiracy to money launder.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

State Department bans trans employees from using the appropriate restrooms at work - LGBTQ Nation

The State Department has implemented a policy banning trans employees from using restrooms that match their gender identity.
#fbi
Media industry
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
Media industry
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Federal Agency Coming for Gender-Affirming Care

The FTC is targeting transgender rights by framing gender-affirming care for minors as a consumer-protection issue.
#federal-reserve
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

How the Supreme Court Should Respond to Trump's Fed Probe Surrender

The DOJ dropped its investigation into Jerome Powell, highlighting Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve's independence.
US politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

Pirro drops Powell probe, handing Kevin Warsh a lifeline, though U.S. Attorney vows to restart probe 'should the facts warrant doing so' | Fortune

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell is closed, shifting focus to the Federal Reserve's inspector general regarding building cost overruns.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Justice Department drops inquiry into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. Justice Department is ending its investigation of Jerome Powell, allowing for the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair.
US politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

DOJ drops criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. attorney has closed an investigation while the Inspector General examines Federal Reserve building cost overruns.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Jerome Powell

The DOJ ended its probe into Jerome Powell, facilitating the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

How the Supreme Court Should Respond to Trump's Fed Probe Surrender

The DOJ dropped its investigation into Jerome Powell, highlighting Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve's independence.
US politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

Pirro drops Powell probe, handing Kevin Warsh a lifeline, though U.S. Attorney vows to restart probe 'should the facts warrant doing so' | Fortune

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell is closed, shifting focus to the Federal Reserve's inspector general regarding building cost overruns.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Justice Department drops inquiry into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. Justice Department is ending its investigation of Jerome Powell, allowing for the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair.
US politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

DOJ drops criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. attorney has closed an investigation while the Inspector General examines Federal Reserve building cost overruns.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Jerome Powell

The DOJ ended its probe into Jerome Powell, facilitating the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

The Police Benevolent Association (PBA) stated that the CCRB's practice of publishing reports of unsubstantiated complaints against officers stigmatizes them and puts their safety at risk. PBA President Patrick Hendry emphasized that these baseless allegations can destroy a cop's career and life outside of work, yet the CCRB continues to make them public.
NYC politics
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

DA ordered to release fundraising records related to Stanford protesters

A judge ordered the release of fundraising records related to DA Jeff Rosen's prosecution of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford.
SF politics
fromemptywheel
3 days ago

Who's Fooling Whom? How the SPLC Indictment Works - emptywheel

The indictment includes charges of wire fraud, false statements, and conspiracy related to SPLC's financial practices.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Deputy district attorney says she was retaliated against for whistleblowing

Grayner claims there was a serious conflict of interest between the DA's office and the Alameda County Civil Grand Jury that wasn't properly addressed in 2021 and 2022, the period immediately preceding her hire.
East Bay (California)
Non-profit organizations
fromWIRED
4 days ago

USAID Whistleblower Says It Was Even Worse Than People Knew

DOGE's takeover of USAID led to severe funding cuts, resulting in significant humanitarian crises and a drastic reduction in agency staff.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Prosecute prosecutors like ex-DA Joe Hynes

Wrongfully convicted lawyer Joe Hynes' political corruption led to his ousting and significant reforms in Brooklyn's district attorney's office.
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Whistleblower reveals how gay Trump appointee turned Kennedy Center into corrupt "playground" - LGBTQ Nation

Insider knowledge reveals corruption and mismanagement at the Kennedy Center under Ric Grenell's leadership.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

The Shifting Legal Landscape for Consensual Nonmonogamy

Increased awareness of consensual nonmonogamies leads to both acceptance and discrimination, impacting individuals' social and economic well-being.
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Trump Is Making Federal Prison Even More Dangerous for Transgender Inmates

"It is, in every meaningful sense, a blueprint for a government-run conversion therapy program, one targeting thousands of incarcerated people who have nowhere to turn."
NYC LGBT
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

'Glassdoor for Judges' Celebrates Its Second Birthday - Above the Law

The Clerkships Database provides essential feedback on judges, helping law students avoid negative clerkship experiences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US justice department to allow firing squads as federal death penalty method

The Department of Justice acted to restore its solemn duty to seek, obtain, and implement lawful capital sentences, clearing the way for the Department to carry out executions once death-sentenced inmates have exhausted their appeals.
US politics
#data-privacy
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

"Getting rich by betting on inside information is corruption, plain and simple," Hochul said in a statement. "Our actions will ensure that public servants work for the people they represent, not their own personal enrichment."
SF politics
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC sheriff's deputies involved in alleged evidence scandal during COVID still employed, on track for promotions

Several NYC Sheriff's Office employees allegedly stole confiscated liquor and tobacco during the pandemic, with some still employed and on track for promotions.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

Instead of addressing our concerns, our legitimate concerns instead, they turn toward investigating me. And I was instrumental in leading the group. So I think that clearly they were trying to chill [the] activity of workers and that should scare every worker across the country.
US news
#epstein-files-transparency-act
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

DoJ inspector general to audit department's compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

The US Department of Justice is auditing its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files

Lawmakers are investigating the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

DoJ inspector general to audit department's compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

The US Department of Justice is auditing its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files

Lawmakers are investigating the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
#doj
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Justice Department's SPLC Indictment Just Got Dumber, Which Seemed Impossible - Above the Law

The DOJ's indictment of the SPLC is based on a flawed understanding of the organization's practices and misapplies legal statutes.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Justice Department's SPLC Indictment Just Got Dumber, Which Seemed Impossible - Above the Law

The DOJ's indictment of the SPLC is based on a flawed understanding of the organization's practices and misapplies legal statutes.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid allegations of using disaster relief funds for her campaign and awaits trial for wire fraud and money laundering.
#fisa
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

With US spy laws set to expire, lawmakers are split over protecting Americans from warrantless surveillance | TechCrunch

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, is set to expire, with lawmakers divided on extending it without reforms.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

With US spy laws set to expire, lawmakers are split over protecting Americans from warrantless surveillance | TechCrunch

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, is set to expire, with lawmakers divided on extending it without reforms.
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Trump's labor secretary resigns amid investigation into misconduct

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving her post amid an internal investigation brought on by complaints about misconduct by the secretary while in office.
US news
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY's highest court sets new precedent for how police must communicate when making arrests based on shared information | amNewYork

Police must verify information with the officer who entered it before making an arrest based on law enforcement databases.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
Media industry
fromWIRED
5 days ago

The Internet's Favorite Lawyer Says We're Living Through 'Multiple Watergates per Week'

Devin Stone transitioned from traditional law to YouTube, becoming a prominent legal analyst and educator amidst a complex legal landscape in America.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Who owns presidential records? Trump's Justice Department says it's him

President Trump is challenging the Presidential Records Act, raising concerns about accountability and historical preservation for future administrations.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Justice Department makes it easier to deport those with DACA status

The Trump administration is making it easier to deport DACA recipients, weakening protections for many immigrants.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

The bill lacks meaningful constitutional safeguards and allows broad discretion to the attorney general regarding access to the 702 program.
#ai-in-law
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Elite Biglaw Firm Learns The Real Cost Of AI Hallucinations: The Firm's Reputation - Above the Law

AI hallucinations in legal briefs can damage a law firm's reputation and lead to sanctions.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

DOJ to appeal intelligence court ruling over use of spying power

The Justice Department is appealing a ruling regarding the use of surveillance tools under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Former Trump ICE official accused of "toxic" & "controlling" relationship with her teen employee - LGBTQ Nation

Madison Sheahan allegedly had a toxic relationship with a teenage staffer, marked by controlling behavior and emotional volatility.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.23.26 - Above the Law

The Republican county judge's persistent efforts to block Virginia's redistricting have been met with repeated rejections from the state supreme court, raising concerns about judicial overreach.
Law
Law
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Federal appeals court blocks CA law requiring federal agents to wear identification

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US justice department drops criminal investigation against Jerome Powell

The DOJ is ending its investigation into Jerome Powell, allowing Trump's nominee for Fed chair to proceed with confirmation.
Law
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Certainly Disreputable': WSJ Editorial Board Tries to Make Sense of Trump DOJ SPLC Indictment

The Trump administration's indictment against the SPLC raises questions about political motivations and the SPLC's methods in combating hate groups.
#immigration
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show

Immigration operations are causing confusion and fear among law enforcement, impacting their ability to perform regular duties effectively.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

US Going Deeper Into The Red Now That The IRS Is Sharing Tax Data With ICE - Above the Law

Immigrants significantly contribute to the US economy, helping to offset national debt and budget deficits despite lower hourly wages.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

ICE Will Reportedly Curb Some of Its Most Aggressive Tactics

The Trump administration is reconsidering immigration enforcement tactics, rolling back controversial policies of ICE amid public scrutiny and leadership changes.
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Democrats want to ban ICE from turning warehouses into detention centers

A bill aims to prevent DHS from converting warehouses into immigrant detention centers to combat mass deportations.
#supreme-court
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump administration pushes DoJ to pursue denaturalization cases report

The Trump administration is initiating denaturalization cases against 384 foreign-born US citizens, targeting those who illegally obtained citizenship.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

House Oversight Committee Republicans Split' Over Whether Convicted Child Sex Trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell Should Be Pardoned

Republicans are divided on pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell for her cooperation in the Epstein investigation, with strong opposition from Democrats.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

John Brennan Defiant After DOJ Drops Subpoenas Against Him

John Brennan expresses pride in the investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election after subpoenas against him were withdrawn.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump DoJ's mixed messages bode ill for Epstein victims, experts fear

Pam Bondi's non-appearance at a congressional subpoena raises concerns about accountability in the Epstein investigations.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The Department of Justice offered a startling confession to a court on Tuesday, acknowledging that it repeatedly made a 'material mistaken statement of fact' while defending Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests of noncitizens at immigration court.
US politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ Attorney Throws Himself Under The Bus Rather Than Dragging Down Everyone Else - Above the Law

Assistant US attorney Rudy Renfer resigned after filing court briefs containing AI-generated fabricated quotes and false citations, then making misleading statements about the errors to a judge.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Justice Department Is Lowering Its Ethical Guardrails - Above the Law

The Justice Department eliminated a policy classifying senior political appointees as 'further restricted' under the Hatch Act, removing safeguards requiring election law enforcers to maintain strict political neutrality.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US DoJ drops legal case against law firms that stood up to Trump's executive orders

The Justice Department dropped legal proceedings against four law firms that resisted Trump's retaliatory executive actions targeting firms representing disfavored clients or causes.
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Department of Justice Drops Defense of Trump's Orders Punishing Law Firms

The DOJ abandoned legal cases against law firms that resisted Trump's executive orders targeting firms representing Democrats, demonstrating that legal resistance to executive overreach can succeed.
fromAxios
1 month ago

DOJ backs down in legal fight with law firms Trump targeted

Our partnership is proud to have stood firm on behalf of its clients. The DOJ's decision to withdraw its appeals makes permanent the rulings of four federal judges that the executive orders targeting law firms were unconstitutional.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ's Defense Of Trump's Biglaw Executive Orders: Look How Many Firms We Scared Into Compliance! - Above the Law

The Trump administration reversed its DOJ retreat and filed an appellate brief defending executive orders targeting major law firms, claiming presidential prerogative shields these orders from judicial review.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago

Punching In: Labor Department Watchdog Pressed on His Future

I'm here on this panel today answering your questions as the inspector general. I hope if you are indeed doing this that you do resign. I am well aware of the Hatch Act. The inspector general is currently heading an investigation into both Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who is accused of committing travel fraud and having an affair with her bodyguard, and the secretary's husband Shawn DeRemer, who allegedly assaulted at least two female department employees.
US politics
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

'Emergency Jump Teams' Are DOJ's New Plan To Paper Over Its Self-Inflicted Crisis - Above the Law

The Department of Justice created "emergency jump teams" to rotate assistant U.S. attorneys into high-need offices amid severe staffing shortages and collapsing morale.
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