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President Trump's Outside Advisers Could Be Shielded From Investigations Under New DOJ Opinion

House Democrats are reportedly preparing investigations should they regain the majority, including potential subpoenas targeting contractors connected to Trump's administration, family and political orbit

Latin Times · Aug 12

‘Trust is greater than any legal right’: Gautam Adani a day after US case dismissal

In light of the dismissal of a US criminal case against him, Gautam Adani shared his views replete with humility, reinforcing his trust in the justice system. The Adani Group's withdrawal of its FPO came after serious allegations, yet business proceeded as usual thanks to loyal employees and partners. Adani…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

US President Donald Trump's childhood vaccine order: What it does and what doctors say

President Donald Trump signed an executive order reducing routine childhood vaccinations. The order also directs the Justice Department to challenge state vaccine laws. Physicians and vaccine makers swiftly rejected the administration's new vaccine schedule. This move reflects claims linking vaccines and autism, which science disputes. The order aims to pressure…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

US Judge Calls DOJ’s Decision to Drop Charges Against India’s Richest Man ‘Concerning’ as Court Dismisses Bribery Case

On Monday, a U.S. judge dismissed criminal charges against India’s richest man, Gautam Adani, but questioned the unusual process through which the Justice Department decided to abandon the high-profile bribery and fraud case.

Benzinga · Aug 11

Trump Says He Has 'Not Spoken' to Todd Blanche or Jeanine Pirro About Charging Fauci After Fifth Amendment Showdown With Senate Republicans

President Donald Trump said he has not asked Attorney General Todd Blanche or Washington U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci, distancing himself from a criminal contempt push that Senate Republicans have sent to the Justice Department.

Benzinga · Aug 11

US court dismisses criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

US judge says Justice Department’s decision to drop charges against Indian billionaire ‘highly unusual’

The Independent UK · Aug 11

Adani Group stocks jump up to 3% after US judge drops criminal case against Gautam Adani. What investors should know

Adani Group shares rose up to 3% after a US judge dismissed criminal charges against Gautam Adani. Adani Enterprises, Adani Power, Adani Ports and Adani Green gained, boosting investor sentiment. The judge said the decision was not an endorsement of the Justice Department’s move, while Adani Group has consistently denied…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal lawyer, sworn in as attorney general after bruising confirmation fight

Former personal lawyer to US President Donald Trump, Todd Blanche, was sworn in as attorney general on Monday after a narrow 50-49 Senate confirmation. Blanche, who had served as acting attorney general since Pam Bondi’s firing in April, now faces scrutiny over Justice Department politicisation and pressure from Trump.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Gautam Adani welcomes US criminal case dismissal, says faith in rule of law ‘unwavering’

Billionaire Gautam Adani welcomed a US judge’s dismissal of criminal charges against him, saying his faith in “truth, fairness and the rule of law” remained unwavering. The Justice Department had sought to abandon the fraud and bribery case, prompting Judge Nicholas Garaufis to scrutinise the reasons behind the decision before…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche sworn in as attorney general

Blanche is officially taking over the agency he has led in an acting capacity since Pam Bondi was fired in April

The Independent UK · Aug 10