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Trump ally pushes DoJ unit to shift civil rights focus, new messages show

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division is refocusing on Trump’s priorities, sidelining protection of marginalized groups.

US news

Justice Dept. Pushes Trump's Agenda on Religion, Sports and Antisemitism

Justice Department's civil rights division focuses on Trump's agenda over traditional racial discrimination fight.

Left-wing politics

Alarm at Changes to Justice Dept.'s Civil Rights Office Prompts Exodus'

The Justice Department's civil rights division is experiencing mass departures due to a shift in focus under the Trump administration.

Left-wing politics

fromLos Angeles Times

7 hours ago

A Trump-appointed Californian shakes up civil rights unit at the Justice Department

California senators demand accountability from the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division leadership over proposed systematic changes that threaten civil rights protections.

Social justice

Trump ally pushes DoJ unit to shift civil rights focus, new messages show

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division is refocusing on Trump’s priorities, sidelining protection of marginalized groups.

US news

Justice Dept. Pushes Trump's Agenda on Religion, Sports and Antisemitism

Justice Department's civil rights division focuses on Trump's agenda over traditional racial discrimination fight.

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fromIntelligencer

Eric Adams Is About to Catch Another Lucky Break

The Justice Department's dismissal of Adams' indictment reflects political influence over legal proceedings.

Washington DC

Justice Dept. Moving to Downsize Units Investigating Fraud and Corruption

Justice Department is planning to restructure and downsize units investigating fraud and public corruption.

Trump Administration Forces Out More Senior Justice Dept. Officials

The Trump administration's recent personnel changes at the Justice Department emphasize loyalty over experience, alarmingly undermining its independence.

Judge considers 'contempt' after Trump officials stonewall ruling on migrant removal flights

The Trump administration likely violated court orders regarding migrant flights despite claims of legality.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Judge dismisses Eric Adams corruption case, but blocks DOJ from reinstating

Federal corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams were dismissed "with prejudice," preventing future revival, illustrating prosecutorial power issues related to Trump.

Trump Administration's Justice Dept. Firings Prompt a Torrent of Legal Fights

Fired Justice Department lawyers are challenging their dismissals, raising critical questions about executive power and civil service protections under the Trump administration.

fromIntelligencer

Eric Adams Is About to Catch Another Lucky Break

The Justice Department's dismissal of Adams' indictment reflects political influence over legal proceedings.

Washington DC

Justice Dept. Moving to Downsize Units Investigating Fraud and Corruption

Justice Department is planning to restructure and downsize units investigating fraud and public corruption.

Trump Administration Forces Out More Senior Justice Dept. Officials

The Trump administration's recent personnel changes at the Justice Department emphasize loyalty over experience, alarmingly undermining its independence.

Judge considers 'contempt' after Trump officials stonewall ruling on migrant removal flights

The Trump administration likely violated court orders regarding migrant flights despite claims of legality.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Judge dismisses Eric Adams corruption case, but blocks DOJ from reinstating

Federal corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams were dismissed "with prejudice," preventing future revival, illustrating prosecutorial power issues related to Trump.

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Trump Administration's Justice Dept. Firings Prompt a Torrent of Legal Fights

Fired Justice Department lawyers are challenging their dismissals, raising critical questions about executive power and civil service protections under the Trump administration.

fromwww.dailynews.com

US politics

Ex-Justice Department prosecutor from California challenges White House firing after Laura Loomer post

The firing of former prosecutor Adam Schleifer raises concerns about political influence on the Justice Department.

Schleifer contends his dismissal was retaliation for lawful political speech.

4 days ago

Justice Department revokes Biden-era protections for reporters in leak investigations

The Justice Department rescinded a policy protecting journalists in leak investigations, enabling subpoenas and testimonies from reporters.

The shift marks a return to aggressive leak investigations similar to past administrations.

fromNew York Post

4 days ago

Privacy professionals

Justice Department says it will resume practice of obtaining reporters' records in leak inquiries

The Justice Department is enhancing measures against unauthorized disclosures to journalists.

Federal judge dismisses NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case

The federal judge dismissed all corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams with prejudice, preventing future revival of the case.

fromMSNBC.com

3 more prosecutors resign over corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

The federal corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams ended, but significant controversy and prosecutor resignations continue due to alleged Justice Department pressure.

Letter Raises Questions About Justice Official's Testimony on Adams Case

Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing revealed discrepancies regarding his knowledge of the dismissal of a corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

fromAol

3 federal prosecutors assigned to Eric Adams case resign, say they won't admit to 'wrongdoing'

Three prosecutors resigned over alleged pressure to admit wrongdoing in the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Three Prosecutors in Corruption Case Against NYC Mayor Resign

Federal prosecutors resigned in protest against Justice Department pressure to drop bribery charges against Mayor Eric Adams.

Adams Praises Kash Patel's Book, Doubling Down on Trump Alliance

Mayor Eric Adams shows support for Trump after federal charges dropped, suggesting the Justice Department's actions were divinely guided.

fromABC7 Chicago

Federal judge dismisses NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case

The federal judge dismissed all corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams with prejudice, preventing future revival of the case.

fromMSNBC.com

3 more prosecutors resign over corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

The federal corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams ended, but significant controversy and prosecutor resignations continue due to alleged Justice Department pressure.

Letter Raises Questions About Justice Official's Testimony on Adams Case

Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing revealed discrepancies regarding his knowledge of the dismissal of a corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

fromAol

3 federal prosecutors assigned to Eric Adams case resign, say they won't admit to 'wrongdoing'

Three prosecutors resigned over alleged pressure to admit wrongdoing in the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Three Prosecutors in Corruption Case Against NYC Mayor Resign

Federal prosecutors resigned in protest against Justice Department pressure to drop bribery charges against Mayor Eric Adams.

Adams Praises Kash Patel's Book, Doubling Down on Trump Alliance

Mayor Eric Adams shows support for Trump after federal charges dropped, suggesting the Justice Department's actions were divinely guided.

Google will still have to break up its business, the Justice Department said

Google is mandated to sell its Chrome browser to curb monopoly power, according to the Justice Department.

The DOJ's new filing includes prohibiting Google from making its search engine the default on various devices.

Google Is a Monopolist in Online Advertising Tech, Judge Says

Google's monopoly in online advertising technology has been ruled illegal, challenging its market dominance and potentially leading to significant structural changes.

Tech industry

Big Tech's Troubles

The Justice Department is pushing to dismantle Google due to its monopoly in online search, indicating a serious government stance against Big Tech.

fromDigiday

Judge rules against Google in ad tech antitrust case

Google was found guilty of antitrust violations in ad tech markets, mandated to enter a remedies phase with potential sell-off implications.

fromThe Motley Fool

Alphabet (Google) Stock Investors Just Got More Bad News From a Federal Judge | The Motley Fool

Google is accused of operating illegally as a monopoly in both online search and adtech software.

Federal judges have ruled against Google in antitrust cases, indicating serious legal repercussions.

Tech industry

fromEngadget

Google will still have to break up its business, the Justice Department said

Google is mandated to sell its Chrome browser to curb monopoly power, according to the Justice Department.

The DOJ's new filing includes prohibiting Google from making its search engine the default on various devices.

Google Is a Monopolist in Online Advertising Tech, Judge Says

Google's monopoly in online advertising technology has been ruled illegal, challenging its market dominance and potentially leading to significant structural changes.

Tech industry

Big Tech's Troubles

The Justice Department is pushing to dismantle Google due to its monopoly in online search, indicating a serious government stance against Big Tech.

fromDigiday

Judge rules against Google in ad tech antitrust case

Google was found guilty of antitrust violations in ad tech markets, mandated to enter a remedies phase with potential sell-off implications.

fromThe Motley Fool

Alphabet (Google) Stock Investors Just Got More Bad News From a Federal Judge | The Motley Fool

Google is accused of operating illegally as a monopoly in both online search and adtech software.

Federal judges have ruled against Google in antitrust cases, indicating serious legal repercussions.

G.O.P. Leader Asks Attorney General Pam Bondi to Prosecute Andrew Cuomo

Cuomo faces renewed calls for prosecution over alleged congressional lies regarding Covid responses.

Justice Dept. Tries to Use Executive Privilege to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney

The Justice Department is attempting to block a former lawyer's congressional testimony regarding gun rights restoration for Mel Gibson.

Washington Nationals

Trump DOJ Opens Door to Reversing Peter Navarro's Criminal Conviction

The DOJ is reevaluating Peter Navarro's contempt conviction, focusing on executive privilege.

Navarro's defense was rejected previously, but DOJ's reconsideration could change the legal landscape.

Law

Justice Dept. Tries to Use Executive Privilege to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney

The Justice Department is attempting to block a former lawyer's congressional testimony regarding gun rights restoration for Mel Gibson.

Washington Nationals

Trump DOJ Opens Door to Reversing Peter Navarro's Criminal Conviction

The DOJ is reevaluating Peter Navarro's contempt conviction, focusing on executive privilege.

Navarro's defense was rejected previously, but DOJ's reconsideration could change the legal landscape.

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Cars

fromBusiness Insider

The Justice Department has charged a 19-year-old for 'firebombing' Cybertrucks at a Tesla dealership

Teen charged for firebombing Cybertrucks amid protests against Tesla and Elon Musk's government involvement.

#trump

Trump vents fury about his criminal cases in extraordinary speech at DoJ

Trump's speech at the justice department marked a significant shift in the department's independence from political influence.

Europe news

Senate signal plans to avoid shutdown. And, Trump to visit DOJ

Senate Democrats face a tough decision between preventing a shutdown and supporting a disliked spending bill.

Trump Pardons Ex-Tennessee State Senator Imprisoned for Campaign Fraud

President Trump pardoned former Tennessee state senator Brian Kelsey, releasing him from a 21-month sentence for campaign finance fraud.

Trump's Justice Dept. Speech Shows a Renewed Quest for Vengeance

Trump's speech marked a break from presidential norms, attacking Justice Department officials instead of upholding the rule of law.

Justice Dept. Tries to Intervene on Trump's Behalf in Jan. 6 Lawsuits

Justice Department's move aims to shield Trump from lawsuits related to the Capitol attack by claiming he acted in his official capacity.

2 weeks ago

US politics

How is That Not an Abuse of Power?!' Jonathan Swan Presses Karoline Leavitt On Trump Ordering Investigation of 2020 Election Official

Trump's directive to investigate Chris Krebs raises questions about abuse of power by his own standards.

Trump vents fury about his criminal cases in extraordinary speech at DoJ

Trump's speech at the justice department marked a significant shift in the department's independence from political influence.

Europe news

Senate signal plans to avoid shutdown. And, Trump to visit DOJ

Senate Democrats face a tough decision between preventing a shutdown and supporting a disliked spending bill.

Trump Pardons Ex-Tennessee State Senator Imprisoned for Campaign Fraud

President Trump pardoned former Tennessee state senator Brian Kelsey, releasing him from a 21-month sentence for campaign finance fraud.

Trump's Justice Dept. Speech Shows a Renewed Quest for Vengeance

Trump's speech marked a break from presidential norms, attacking Justice Department officials instead of upholding the rule of law.

Justice Dept. Tries to Intervene on Trump's Behalf in Jan. 6 Lawsuits

Justice Department's move aims to shield Trump from lawsuits related to the Capitol attack by claiming he acted in his official capacity.

2 weeks ago

US politics

How is That Not an Abuse of Power?!' Jonathan Swan Presses Karoline Leavitt On Trump Ordering Investigation of 2020 Election Official

Trump's directive to investigate Chris Krebs raises questions about abuse of power by his own standards.

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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

2 weeks ago

US news

Air Force Academy Stops Considering Class Diversity in Admissions Process

The Air Force Academy has eliminated the consideration of race, gender, or ethnicity in its admissions process.

Women in technology

Education and Justice Depts. Form Title IX Investigative Team

Education and Justice Departments are forming a special investigations team to expedite Title IX investigations addressing numerous complaints.

Washington DC

fromtime.com

Trump Administration Argues Judge Cannot Order Return of Man Mistakenly Deported to El Salvador

The U.S. Justice Department asserts a judge lacks authority to compel the Trump administration to facilitate a man's return after a mistaken deportation.

White House Takes Highly Unusual Step of Directly Firing Line Prosecutors

The White House's sudden firing of two career prosecutors raises concerns about presidential overreach.

Trump Administration Prepares to Give Gun Rights Back to Some Convicts

The Justice Department plans to allow gun ownership for some individuals with criminal pasts.

Justice Dept. Investigates L.A. Sheriff Over Concealed Carry Permit Delays

Justice Department investigates LA Sheriff's Department for delays in issuing concealed carry permits, potentially violating Second Amendment rights.

Trump Administration Prepares to Give Gun Rights Back to Some Convicts

The Justice Department plans to allow gun ownership for some individuals with criminal pasts.

Justice Dept. Investigates L.A. Sheriff Over Concealed Carry Permit Delays

Justice Department investigates LA Sheriff's Department for delays in issuing concealed carry permits, potentially violating Second Amendment rights.

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fromwww.aljazeera.com

In Justice Department speech, Donald Trump threatens opponents with jail

Trump's speech at the Department of Justice called for accountability against critics including judges and prosecutors, hinting at potential investigations into his political rivals.

fromemptywheel

US news

Todd Blanche Kicks Off His Tenure Chasing Leaks Implicating His Own Conduct - emptywheel

The Justice Department is investigating a leak regarding the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, citing politically motivated efforts against Trump.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

In Justice Department speech, Donald Trump threatens opponents with jail

Trump's speech at the Department of Justice called for accountability against critics including judges and prosecutors, hinting at potential investigations into his political rivals.

fromemptywheel

US news

Todd Blanche Kicks Off His Tenure Chasing Leaks Implicating His Own Conduct - emptywheel

The Justice Department is investigating a leak regarding the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, citing politically motivated efforts against Trump.

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fromwww.ocregister.com