TikTok has paid a record fine for failing to protect children's privacy, an action the Justice Department has described as one of the largest recoveries of its kind.

The Justice Department has reached a $400 million settlement with TikTok regarding child privacy violations. This agreement represents one of the largest child privacy settlements in U.S. history.

The appointment of Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, as Attorney General raises questions about his independence from the White House, as he has not pledged to act independently.

The US Department of Justice is defending its prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey, who faces accusations of transmitting threats and exploiting controversy to market his upcoming novel.

Kareem Crayton, Vice President of the Brennan Center, has raised concerns regarding the Justice Department's proposal to deploy election monitors to polling sites, citing unanswered questions about deployment criteria and personnel.

The US Justice Department is actively pursuing the revival of a criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. This effort aims to continue legal proceedings against the individual.

Stanford University is facing increased scrutiny from the Justice Department regarding donations from foreign sources and its practices concerning international students and admissions.

The Justice Department has expressed disagreement with the ruling that dismissed its Title VI antisemitism case against Harvard University. Officials are currently assessing their next steps following the court's decision.

A US appeals court has reinstated a subpoena issued by the Justice Department, allowing the legal process to move forward.

A Justice Department report released Thursday found that inmates at two state-run women’s prisons in California routinely had their rights violated due to ignored sexual abuse. State officials claim reforms are already in place.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. secured court approval for its settlement with the US Justice Department over its takeover of networking company Juniper Networks Inc., defeating a challenge by a group…

The Trump Justice Department is set to answer in court today regarding redactions in the Epstein files, after a judge stated that Attorney General Todd Blanche's claims about the files did not comply with a court order.

Billionaire Mark Walter, co-owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, is reportedly in talks with investors to raise money to pay down loans on his insurers' books, which have attracted scrutiny from the Justice Department.

The US Justice Department has launched an in-depth antitrust review of Kone Oyj's €29.4 billion acquisition of rival TK Elevator, a deal that would create the world's largest elevator manufacturer.

A prosecutor is suing the Justice Department over her dismissal following a right-wing influencer's claim, while a pardoned Capitol riot defendant is seeking the return of her restitution money, which the Justice Department aims to keep.

New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the US Justice Department to gain access to unredacted files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The state is seeking full transparency in the ongoing investigation.

A judge has dismissed a Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case, taking the opportunity to criticize the Justice Department's handling of the matter.

A judge criticized the Justice Department while reluctantly dismissing the final January 6 riot case, bringing an end to a significant chapter of legal proceedings related to the Capitol attack.

Republican holdouts have ended their opposition to the Blanche nomination following an order from the US Justice Department. This development clears the path for Blanche's confirmation.

The Trump Justice Department has initiated its largest denaturalization effort to date, filing complaints against 24 naturalized citizens from 17 countries for alleged crimes ranging from attempted murder to marriage fraud.

The Justice Department is increasingly using federal conspiracy charges against ICE protesters, prompting concerns among legal experts about the broad scope of prosecuting political activists opposing the Trump administration's deportation agenda.

A federal judge has blocked the Justice Department from accessing New Jersey's unredacted voter registration list, citing privacy concerns.

The Trump administration has announced a new regulation that will give Justice Department immigration judges a more prominent role in adjudicating asylum applications.

Republicans in Congress are urging the Justice Department to investigate former special counsel Jack Smith, who led two criminal investigations of President Trump and has been a frequent target of Trump's criticism.

The US Justice Department has activated the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, an untested judicial body, for considering deportations on national security grounds.

DOJ, DHS Launch Election Integrity Website Authored by Kimberley Hayek via The Epoch Times, The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)…

Todd Blanche assured senators that the Justice Department will prosecute anyone linked to Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking operation if new evidence emerges, emphasizing that there are 'no closed investigations' in the case.

The US Department of Justice is investigating United Auto Workers (UAW) president Shawn Fain over allegations of corruption, which Fain dismisses as 'bogus' and attributes to a 'grudge' against his union's anti-war stance.

Journalists have been summoned before a Grand Jury, a move described by the American Press Club as an 'attack on press freedom,' though the Justice Department has downplayed the situation.

New Mexico's attorney general has sent a letter to the acting U.S. attorney general, Todd Blanche, accusing the Justice Department of withholding critical evidence in the Epstein ranch inquiry.

The Justice Department has sent letters threatening top election officials regarding noncitizen voting, amidst President Trump’s efforts to tighten election rules to prevent a problem that federal reports suggest does not exist on a widespread scale.

Commission leader Gratz is a guest at the Justice department, though specific details of the visit are not provided.

The U.S. Department of Justice has rejected a court order to release additional documents from Jeffrey Epstein's files, citing concerns for victim protection and redaction challenges, and has requested a 60-day delay.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that Governor Gavin Newsom's allegations of political targeting by the Justice Department are not 'grounded in fact'.

A court has ruled that the US Department of Justice violated the law in the Jeffrey Epstein case, putting pressure on Todd Blanche, who is tasked with releasing unredacted files, and setting a deadline for their disclosure.

Judge Evelyn Padin ruled that the Justice Department's lawsuit against four New Jersey 'sanctuary' cities was flawed because it did not also challenge a state directive limiting cooperation with federal immigration agents.

The proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is anticipated to receive approval from European Union regulatory officials, following its earlier clearance by the U.S. Justice Department.

The Justice Department has charged five individuals in Medicare fraud schemes, targeting the overuse of expensive 'skin substitutes' for wound care, which cost the government $10 billion in 2024.

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Monday that it has launched an investigation into a small New York cafe chain. The chain reportedly stated it would refuse service to a congressman if employees recognized him during a visit.

A judge has concluded a Justice Department investigation aimed at Tim Walz and other Minnesota officials, describing the justification for the probe as "ridiculous."

A new Justice Department opinion is challenging long-standing civil rights protections that have prioritized community-based care over institutionalization for disabled Americans, raising concerns among advocates.

Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has not yet been officially notified of any criminal charges pending against him in the United States, according to his lawyers and the Office of the Special Prosecutor. The US Justice Department has not confirmed serving him with any documents.

Top Justice Department officials reportedly moved to drop the antitrust investigation into Paramount's $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. This decision was made before staff lawyers, who were leaning towards an antitrust lawsuit, could issue a recommendation.

California Governor Gavin Newsom claims the Justice Department is investigating his wife and former staff members. A source familiar with the matter indicated that these investigations have been ongoing for approximately a year.

The Justice Department has sued Virginia over new state laws that could criminally punish masked federal agents and dismantle local ICE cooperation agreements, escalating a dispute over federal authority.

Jeanine Pirro has set her sights on banks accused of 'debanking' customers for political reasons, with reports indicating the Justice Department has subpoenaed major banks like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase.

A New York university is currently facing an investigation by the Justice Department regarding its 'Black Male Initiative' program.

US Vice-President JD Vance has asked the Department of Justice to investigate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison over allegations of widespread taxpayer fraud in social programs. This follows a House oversight report alleging the Walz administration ignored warnings about potential fraud to avoid racism accusations, leading to billions of dollars vanishing.

The Justice Department is rushing to the defense of the Chicago US attorney following weeks of internal turmoil.

Senator Bill Cassidy has joined an amicus brief, labeling the Justice Department's 'anti-weaponization' fund as a 'dire threat' to the nation.

TikTok has agreed to pay a $400 million settlement to the US Justice Department regarding a child privacy case. This agreement resolves allegations concerning the platform's handling of children's data.

The US Justice Department has expressed opposition to an immediate hearing in the ongoing lawsuit regarding Disney's ABC license.

The Justice Department is reportedly attempting to distance Attorney General Todd Blanche from an indictment related to a 'seashell threat' made by Comey, specifically referencing the '8647' incident.

A former Justice Department lawyer claims that Trump administration leaders disregarded findings that elite schools like Brown and Columbia had not broken the law, despite pressuring them into deals.

The Trump Justice Department plans to deploy its largest-ever fleet of monitors for the upcoming midterm elections, amidst the president's repeated claims that elections are 'rigged.'

The Justice Department plans to deploy approximately 1,000 monitors to polling places across the country for the upcoming midterm elections. These monitors will observe the election process to ensure fairness and compliance with voting laws.

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A US appeals court has reinstated a Justice Department subpoena issued to a provider of gender-affirming care, indicating ongoing legal scrutiny in this area.

A demand from the White House for a crackdown on Medicare and other taxpayer programs is reportedly causing a turf war within the Justice Department, leading to internal strife.

Senator J.D. Vance is pressing the Justice Department to launch an investigation into hospitals concerning their provision of transgender care services.

The Justice Department has criticized letters from the D.C. Council urging governors to recall National Guard troops, labeling the demands as 'impotent theatrics.' The department's statement underscores a political disagreement over the presence of the Guard.

The Justice Department's retreat effectively allowed a key pillar of the Prohibition-era National Firearms Act to lapse, impacting gun regulations.

The charges signaled an escalation of the Justice Department’s prosecution of the Southern Poverty Law Center, which is best known for investigating white supremacist groups.

The US Justice Department is investigating elevator company Kone's €29 billion acquisition, with scrutiny also expected in Europe regarding competition laws.

The Justice Department is facing significant pressures and challenges as it considers whether to prosecute Anthony Fauci following a contempt referral from a Senate committee.

The Assistant Attorney General has threatened an investigation into Central Washington University faculty for promoting a geology camp restricted to BIPOC individuals.

Attorneys representing a former Olympian, who is charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, allege that the Justice Department under the Trump administration knowingly rushed a flawed case against their client.

The Justice Department has charged Dr. Stephen Dubin, a wound care doctor in Nevada, in a $95 million scheme involving unneeded, expensive wound coverings for seniors. He allegedly used the profits to purchase yachts.

The U.S. Justice Department has moved to dismiss a class action lawsuit related to the January 6 Capitol attack.

President Trump's interference in the Justice Department has reportedly jeopardized one criminal case, set the stage for sanctions in another, and hindered the confirmation of his attorney general pick.

The Justice Department has clarified that damage to the Reflecting Pool was due to a 'botched' installation rather than vandalism, contradicting earlier claims. This admission has led to scrutiny of Representative Jordan's previous statements on the matter.

The US Justice Department has subpoenaed records from a freelance journalist for the New York Times as part of an investigation into the sourcing of a 2025 story about a botched US military operation in North Korea.

The US Department of Justice has dropped charges against a former Olympian regarding flawed $14 million renovations to the Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial, a project initiated by former President Donald Trump.

Lawyers for former FBI director James Comey claim the Justice Department went to extreme lengths to build its case against him, including tracking his phone and allegedly interviewing Mafia figure Sammy 'the Bull' Gravano.

Former President Joe Biden will not appeal a court ruling, allowing the Justice Department to release recordings of conversations between him and a writer collaborating on his memoir.

Judges have rejected former President Biden's attempt to prevent the Justice Department from releasing tapes and transcripts related to his memoir.

A judge has dismissed the Justice Department's challenge to Minnesota's immigration laws, which limit cooperation with ICE, after the Trump administration had argued these policies were unconstitutional.

A federal judge on July 14 rejected the Justice Department's attempt to obtain the private personal data of every registered voter in New Mexico.

Zurich's Department of Justice is accused of concealing data regarding the nationality of perpetrators and victims in domestic violence cases, despite the information being available.

Justice Department reporter Devlin Barrett details how Todd Blanche, President Trump’s former personal lawyer and current nominee for attorney general, has allegedly helped Mr. Trump gain more control over the Justice Department, compromising its independence.

The Belgian Federal Public Service (SPF) Justice is facing significant arrears, owing 33 million euros in vehicle storage fees to judicial service providers, with 8 million euros spent in 2025 alone.

The U.S. Justice Department and the Pentagon have established a joint task force to identify and prosecute unauthorized leaks of sensitive information to the media, as described by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The US Justice Department has issued subpoenas to New York Times reporters who investigated security concerns regarding the new US presidential plane, drawing strong criticism from the newspaper and journalist associations.

South Bow, the owner of the Keystone pipeline, will pay a $26.8 million penalty for a 2022 oil spill in Kansas. The U.S. Justice Department reached a deal with the company regarding the incident.

Moldova's Constitutional Court ruled to strip the autonomous region of Gagauzia of certain powers, including its participation in appointing the leadership of the regional police, SIS, and justice departments. This decision followed a request from the Ministry of Justice, sparking debate about the implications for both the autonomy and the state.

The Justice Department has reached another settlement agreement with former Trump adviser Michael Flynn.

The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against California, challenging the state's ban on "machinegun convertible pistols" and its existing handgun roster. The lawsuit was initiated on July 1st.

A U.S. judge ​ordered the Justice Department on Friday to justify its decision to drop criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, ‌declining to rule immediately on Adani's lawyers'…

A judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit against the Justice Department over a "slush fund," criticizing officials for a lack of trustworthiness.

The Justice Department (DOJ) announced that federal authorities have charged 455 defendants in a nationwide health care fraud crackdown, involving an estimated $6.5 billion in fraudulent claims.

Donald Trump announced he has asked the US justice department to investigate oil companies, accusing them of "deceiving" consumers by keeping fuel prices high.

A New York City coffee shop, Poetica Coffee's Park Slope location, is under federal investigation by the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division after staff reportedly banned a pro-Israel politician.

The Justice Department has opened a civil rights probe into Poetica Coffee after the NYC coffee shop allegedly banned Rep. Daniel Goldman for his support of Israel.

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against New York state, alleging a widespread fraud scheme within its Medicaid home healthcare program. The legal action targets the state's handling of federal funds for these services.

The US Justice Department has accused 15 activists in Minnesota of engaging in 'antifa' activities, alleging they sought to interfere with lawful immigration enforcement operations.

Experts are expressing alarm as the Trump administration reportedly launches a wide-ranging assault on US voting rights, utilizing Justice Department lawsuits, FBI investigations, and executive orders to alter voting rules.

The U.S. Department of Justice has reportedly approved Paramount Skydance's planned $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, paving the way for a major consolidation in the media industry.

Despite the Justice Department's public insistence that a specific fund is 'not moving forward,' officials are reportedly privately assuring allies that payouts from the fund are to be expected.

A 'Trump and Epstein Memorial Reading Room' has opened in Washington, D.C., with organizers claiming the Justice Department failed to properly redact documents, leaving victims' names unprotected.

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the City University of New York's 'Black Male Initiative' over concerns it may violate civil rights through racial preference.

Women who accused the late financier Jeffrey Epstein of sexual abuse have faced threats, harassment, and intimidation from trolls and other adversaries after being exposed by the Justice Department.

Justice Department lawyers argued to an appeals court that a lawsuit aimed at stopping the construction of a ballroom project by the president was filed too late.

The Justice Department has instructed prosecutors to pursue immigrant vote fraud cases, with approximately 90 such investigations currently open, offering insight into the administration's efforts.

The Justice Department has launched a Title VI investigation into Arizona State University's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs following viral videos alleging denial of equal treatment.

Transgender minors and their families have filed a lawsuit to prevent the Justice Department from accessing their medical records. The lawsuit challenges the Trump administration's inquiry into off-label medication use and fraudulent billing, which families believe is an attempt to pressure hospitals to end gender-affirming care.

The US Justice Department announced that members of the Iran-based 'Mabna Institute' have attacked computer systems of 144 American universities and 42 private sector firms since at least 2013.

The US Justice Department has denied whistleblower claims that Ivy League schools were pressured into settlements in anti-Semitism probes despite a lack of evidence, according to a former DOJ lawyer.

A federal appeals court has determined that the Justice Department under the Trump administration unlawfully bypassed Senate confirmation in appointing Sigal Chattah as Nevada's top federal prosecutor.

The debate over the Justice Department's independence from the White House continues, with former US Attorney General Alberto Gonzales agreeing that the Attorney General's department is supervised by the president, supporting Todd Blanche's argument.

The U.S. Justice Department has dismissed a case in Minnesota against a man accused of threatening federal agents, stating it could not prove a crime was committed, adding to a series of unraveling deportation-related cases.

The Justice Department and a U.S. financial regulator are reportedly investigating transactions involving Radiant World, a private firm that has rapidly grown to become one of the world’s largest iron ore traders.

The Justice Department under the Trump administration has been actively pursuing low-level fraud cases. This strategic shift indicates a broader focus on combating various forms of financial deception.

Despite President Trump's promises to combat sex trafficking, his Justice Department has not delivered on a significant crackdown. Reports indicate a lack of substantial progress in this area during his administration.

Senator JD Vance has referred a bombshell HHS report to the Justice Department, alleging that hospitals pushed gender-affirming care on minors to boost profits.

The US Justice Department is prioritizing government program fraud, a new focus as federal prosecutors scale back other white-collar enforcement efforts during Trump's second term.

A Justice Department attorney will not face disciplinary action from the Virginia State Bar, despite a federal judge previously admonishing his conduct in seeking a search warrant against a Washington Post reporter.

A federal judge on August 7 rejected the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) attempt to dismiss charges brought by the Justice Department.

A federal prosecutor has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department, alleging wrongful termination over years-old blog posts that were critical of former President Trump.

The Justice Department has threatened an investigation into a university's geology camp that is exclusively for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students. This raises questions about diversity initiatives and potential discrimination.

The Justice Department has stated that Duke Law School illegally considered race in its admissions process.

The State of New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Justice Department, alleging that it has obstructed the state's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein by refusing to share unredacted files related to the case.

Requests from two rebellious Republicans have been accepted, leading to the cancellation of reimbursements to right-wing supporters, including January 6 assailants, and limiting controversial tax immunity for the president, as Blanche moves towards confirmation at the Justice Department.

Two Republican senators announced their support for Todd Blanches' appointment to the Justice Department after an agreement was reached to withdraw a controversial 'weaponization' measures package.

The US Justice Department has given the green light for federal officials to use the TikTok app, despite ongoing concerns about potential spying risks.

The US Justice Department has issued a subpoena to a New York Times freelancer in connection with a story about North Korea, according to the newspaper.

The Justice Department's case against anti-ICE protesters in Minnesota is reportedly suffering from numerous missteps, which lawyers say have damaged the government's chances and undermined trust in the prosecution.

New York Times journalists have received a temporary reprieve from having to disclose their anonymous sources in court, though the US Justice Department's investigation continues.

The Trump administration's Justice Department has filed its fourteenth lawsuit challenging in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants, this time targeting Colorado's ASSET Act.

The U.S. Justice Department announced that federal employees are now permitted to download the short-video application TikTok on their government-issued devices.

Punjab police officer Gurinderjit Singh Nagra, who was wanted by the US on racketeering and extortion allegations, has been arrested after allegedly extorting Rs 4 crore from a family. He now faces additional charges of extortion and corruption linked to a US family and is sought by the US justice department for conspiracy to commit extortion.

A judge has ordered the unsealing of filings related to Special Counsel Jack Smith's subpoena for a lawmaker's phone data, despite the Justice Department's previous objections regarding grand jury secrecy.

The investigation into a Qatar jet leak has intensified, with US officials reportedly asked to hand over their phones, following reports that the US Justice Department subpoenaed journalists covering the plane's security issues.

The Justice Department announced the approval of legislation in Ireland that will strengthen protections for women and children by removing guardianship rights from convicted killers and criminalizing 'sex for rent' arrangements.

Jim 'Fergie' Chambers, a Communist centi-millionaire and heir to the Cox media fortune, has been arrested in Ibiza, Spain, at the request of the US Justice Department and faces extradition to the US.

The Justice Department under the Trump administration issued grand jury subpoenas to four New York Times reporters, ordering them to testify about their coverage of the new Air Force One.

The US Justice Department has confirmed its intention to seek the extradition of Lawrence Bishnoi from India. This move indicates a formal request will be made to bring Bishnoi to the United States.

New Mexico's attorney general has sent a letter to the acting U.S. attorney general, Todd Blanche, accusing the Justice Department of withholding critical evidence in the Epstein ranch inquiry, with state officials stating the obstruction is causing 'real and escalating harm'.

US Congressional leaders have called on the Justice Department to thoroughly investigate a break-in and reported vandalism at a California museum commemorating the Tiananmen Square crackdown.

Over 1,200 former Justice Department employees have appealed to the Senate not to confirm Todd Blanche, accusing him of fostering a 'culture of fear' and failing to uphold his oath of office.

E-commerce giant Alibaba will pay $600 million to settle allegations of failing to prevent 80,000 illegal drug product sales, according to the US Justice Department.

A woman identified as Jane Doe 4, who accused both Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump of sexual assault, is reportedly living in fear of retaliation and is at the center of controversy regarding the Justice Department's handling of her files.

The Hind Rajab Foundation has called on the US Justice Department to prosecute Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, accusing him of war crimes, torture, abuse, murder, rape, and incitement to genocide.

An appeals court delivered a significant setback to the Trump Justice Department's efforts to obtain confidential voter roll data.

The Washington Post announced that the Justice Department withdrew grand jury subpoenas for reporter Ellen Nakashima after the newspaper successfully challenged them in court.

The U.S. Justice Department has withdrawn grand jury subpoenas issued to journalists from The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post after the news organizations challenged them in sealed filings.

The US Justice Department is backing the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne in their legal challenge against a New York state law that they claim forces them to choose between their faith and their licensing due to transgender ideology mandates.

The Justice Department has ceased criminal prosecutions against individuals who install 'defeat devices' on diesel trucks, which enhance speed and efficiency but also increase emissions.

Reports indicate that the Trump administration's Justice Department aims to denaturalize at least 250 Americans this year, reassigning attorneys from other divisions to focus on these cases.

The latest on a tentative deal to end the war in Iran, the Justice Department tries to stop a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s A.I. company and more climate news.

Women who accused Jeffrey Epstein of abuse are now facing threats and harassment after errors by the Justice Department led to the disclosure of their personal information in published files.

The Trump administration is appealing a federal court ruling that blocked its proposed $100,000 H-1B visa application fee. The Justice Department reiterated its commitment to protecting American workers and holding companies accountable for visa exploitation.

The U.S. Justice Department has issued subpoenas to several major American banks as part of an ongoing inquiry into 'debanking' practices.

The US Justice Department has reportedly subpoenaed major banks concerning alleged 'debanking' practices, according to a Wall Street Journal report. This action indicates a federal investigation into financial institutions' account closures.

A concerted effort to find a 'deep state' conspiracy against former President Trump caused significant crises within the Justice Department, ending careers and undermining its credibility with judges.

The Department of Justice's civil rights division under Trump is accused of misusing laws intended to foster inclusion, turning them against students of color in cases at UCLA and Yale.

Former FBI director James Comey, a current target of Trump's Justice Department, stated in an interview that 'justice can’t be a political force,' reflecting on the independence of the justice system.

Representative Ro Khanna and the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party are pressing the Justice Department to release a report on illegal Chinese manufacturing practices in the U.S. auto industry, which was due in May.