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The U.S. Justice Department informed a court that the government will only conduct archaeological excavations for the proposed Trump arch project, following earlier announcements by Trump officials that construction was already underway.
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a federal lawsuit against a Kansas school district, alleging that its recent policies violate civil rights protections for transgender students. The legal action seeks to overturn restrictions on student participation in sports and access to facilities consistent with their gender identity.
The state of New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Justice Department, seeking access to unredacted documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, particularly concerning his 'Zorro Ranch' property. The state alleges that the Justice Department has obstructed its probe into Epstein's activities.
The US Justice Department dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool, admitting that a construction company caused the damage during a "hasty and botched" renovation. The Trump administration had initially pursued charges against Hearn.
The U.S. Justice Department announced that federal employees are now permitted to download the short-video application TikTok on their government-issued devices.
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.
California Governor Gavin Newsom claims that the Trump administration is politically targeting him and his wife with an investigation. Newsom suggests this is retaliation for his criticism of Donald Trump.
The US Treasury Department is reportedly preparing to put Donald Trump's face on a new $250 bill if legislation passes. Concurrently, the US and Iran have agreed to a 60-day extension of a ceasefire, pending Trump's final approval.
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Connecticut concerning a state law that bans masks and mandates identification for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The U.S. Justice Department has reportedly drafted a legal opinion supporting demands for state voter rolls.
The U.S. Justice Department has accused the UCLA Medical School of discriminating against white and Asian applicants in its admissions process. The department alleges that the school selected students based on race.
Global oil prices surged to their highest levels since 2022, nearing $125 a barrel, amid reports that the US is considering new military scenarios and a potential multi-month blockade of Iranian ports.
The U.S. Justice Department has officially ended its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, clearing him of any wrongdoing. This decision comes amid discussions surrounding potential nominations for the Federal Reserve.
The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly nearing the filing of an antitrust lawsuit against several major egg producers. The anticipated legal action targets alleged anti-competitive practices within the egg industry.
The U.S. Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota, alleging that the state's sports policies for girls violate federal law.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche faced intense questioning from Katie Miller regarding the Epstein files and the circumstances surrounding the pedophile's death, ahead of his scheduled testimony before the House Oversight Committee.
Newly released U.S. Justice Department documents include testimony that Jeffrey Epstein claimed to have secretly fathered a child with a blonde woman he considered 'perfect'.
CNN reports that dozens of FBI witness interviews from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation may be missing from the vast collection of Epstein files released by the U.S. Justice Department last month.
Dani Bensky, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein, claims the DOJ is actively obstructing progress in the case, calling the U.S. response a spectacular failure.
Diplomatic and economic friction between the United States and Canada has intensified following the breakdown of bilateral trade negotiations. Canadian officials, including Premier Doug Ford, are advancing retaliatory tariff strategies while urging a more assertive stance against American trade policies.
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.
The U.S. Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists regarding their reporting on the new Air Force One. This decision came after pressure from a judge and marks a success for the newspaper in its dispute with the Trump administration.
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 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 U.S. Justice Department has given its approval for Paramount's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. This decision clears the way for one of the largest media mergers in recent history.
President Joe Biden has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice to prevent the release of audio recordings and transcripts from special counsel Robert Hur's investigation, a move criticized by those demanding transparency.
The U.S. Justice Department has announced its intention to pursue the death penalty for a man charged with the murder of two Israeli Embassy staffers. The decision marks a significant development in the high-profile case.
The U.S. Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano regarding his handling of cases involving immigrant defendants.
The U.S. Justice Department has requested the names and contact information of 2020 election workers in Georgia's Fulton County as part of an ongoing inquiry. Fulton County officials have reportedly resisted this effort, citing privacy concerns for the workers.
President Trump reportedly instructed aides to prepare for an extended US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and reacted furiously to criticism regarding US policy on Iran. He also dismissed a new Iranian peace proposal, stating Iran was 'figuring out its leadership'.
The U.S. Justice Department, under the Trump administration, initiated proceedings to revoke the citizenship of Hassan Serjil Khan, a 38-year-old convicted pedophile doctor from Long Island.
President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, announcing the shakeup in a social media post amid criticism over her handling of specific cases and failure to prosecute his foes.
A judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Justice Department that challenged sanctuary laws enacted in Colorado and the city of Denver.
Adobe Inc. has agreed to a $150 million settlement with the U.S. Justice Department regarding allegations of hidden termination fees and difficult subscription cancellation processes.
The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.
Paramount Skydance's potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery has received antitrust clearance from the U.S. Justice Department, despite not having a formal deal in place yet.
The U.S. Justice Department has broadened its antitrust investigation into beef pricing to include major retailers such as Amazon and Walmart. Federal investigators are now requesting detailed sales and pricing data to assess potential anti-competitive practices across the supply chain.
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 U.S. Justice Department has moved to dismiss a class action lawsuit related to the January 6 Capitol attack.
The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into Harvard University's financial aid programs. The probe focuses on allegations of discrimination against American students and potential undue influence from China-based donors.
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.
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 U.S. Justice Department has issued subpoenas to several major American banks as part of an ongoing inquiry into 'debanking' practices.
The U.S. Justice Department is seeking to lift an injunction on a ballroom project. This action follows a shooting incident related to the project.
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the D.C. Bar, escalating a dispute with legal disciplinary bodies regarding the ethical conduct and oversight of government attorneys.
The U.S. Justice Department has concluded that the UCLA medical school illegally considered race in its admissions process. This finding indicates a violation of federal regulations regarding non-discrimination.
The U.S. Justice Department has initiated action against Minnesota concerning its contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.
The U.S. Justice Department has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. However, some Democratic senators have warned that the probe could be reopened at any time.
The U.S. Justice Department is stepping up its criminal antitrust probe into beef companies and broader agriculture markets, driven by concerns over rising prices and potential anti-competitive practices.
The U.S. Justice Department has concluded that a law requiring the preservation of presidential records is unconstitutional, potentially upending decades-old legal precedent.
A previously undisclosed document from the U.S. Justice Department alleges that businessman Drew Horn, a former advisor in the Trump administration, commingled his official duties with private business interests, an accusation he denies.
The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly seeking information on Iranian officials who are publicly visible, suggesting an intelligence-gathering or investigative effort.
The U.S. Justice Department has dropped a legal bid to revive President Donald Trump's executive orders targeting four prominent law firms over their past legal work, diversity policies and political ties.
A large banner featuring Donald Trump's face was hung on the exterior of the U.S. Justice Department headquarters on Thursday in an apparent display of the Republican president's efforts to exert power over the law enforcement agency that once investigated him.