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Trump backs off ‘anti-weaponization’ fund after GOP backlash

The Trump administration prepared to abandon its $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” Monday after intense pushback from GOP lawmakers, potentially removing the biggest obstacle to a reconciliation bill for immigration enforcement. The administration will comply with a Friday order from a federal judge that temporarily blocked the fund, though it “disagrees…

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After issuing more than $20 billion in tariff refunds, the Trump administration is now pursuing legal action to bring the process to a standstill

The Justice Department said in a court filing it would appeal a federal judge’s order allowing all importers—not just those who sued the administration—to seek out refunds.

Fortune

'Not Worth the Paper It's Written On': Trump's $1.8 Billion IRS Deal Triggers Tax Reckoning Warning

Trump's $1.8bn tax settlement with the DOJ offers temporary immunity but faces scrutiny from legal experts. Future administrations could challenge its validity, especially at the state level.

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Judge says Kennedy Center board broke law putting Trump's name on building, blocks closure

A federal judge ruled President Trump's name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked renovations, calling the board's vote "ill-informed." Trump responded by withdrawing his renovation plans and returning control to Congress. The judge ordered Trump's name removed from the building and official materials within two weeks.

The Economic Times

Top prosecutor in seashells case against former FBI director James Comey steps down

Comey maintains his innocence after the Justice Department accused him of ‘making threats to harm’ the president

The Independent UK

Pam Bondi Defends Her Handling Of The Epstein Files Before House Panel

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files Friday during a closed-door interview with the House Oversight Committee.

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Bondi sits for closed-door interview over Epstein files release

Former Attorney General Pamela Bondi appeared for a closed-door interview with a House panel Friday over the handling of files related to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and Democrats say she told them that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche made many of the decisions. The interview by the House Committee…

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Biden Takes DOJ to Court to Bury the Audio That Could Rewrite the Narrative of His Classified Docs Scandal

The outcome could have lasting implications on how private conversations with public figures are treated in the future.

The Mary Sue

US judge freezes Trump $1.8 billion 'slush fund' for allies

A US federal judge has halted a $1.8 billion compensation fund. Critics call it a slush fund for President Donald Trump's allies. The judge blocked money transfers and payments. This is a setback for a Trump initiative. Opponents argue the fund lacks legal basis and oversight. A hearing is set…

The Economic Times

Facing Congress Over Epstein Files, Pam Bondi Says Todd Blanche, Not Her, Was in Charge of the Review - FULL TEXT

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi walked into Congress Friday with a carefully worded defense of the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, but the most revealing line in her prepared statement was not about transparency. It was about Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.

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Ex-Trump attorney general Pam Bondi grilled over Epstein files, admits 'redaction errors' amid thyroid cancer diagnosis

Former US attorney general Pam Bondi appeared before the House Oversight Committee. She admitted to redaction errors in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Bondi defended the Justice Department's actions under her leadership. Democrats and survivors criticized the closed-door interview format. They demanded greater transparency and accountability in the handling of these…

The Times of India

E. Jean Carroll still terrifies Trump

Justice Department efforts to rewrite history show #MeToo still matters

Salon

Trump's DOJ Demands Reddit and X Hand Over Names, Addresses and Banking Details of Online ICE Critics

The US Justice Department's pursuit of anonymous social media users criticising ICE has sparked a legal battle, raising concerns over free speech and online anonymity.

International Business Times UK

US Justice Department Requests Names, Addresses And Banking Information From Reddit And X Users In ICE Case

The US government is using grand jury subpoenas to identify anonymous critics of immigration enforcement, raising concerns about free speech and digital privacy.

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Trump’s retribution campaign now targets his most famous accuser. It could silence others, experts warn

DOJ’s case involving E. Jean Carroll appears designed to derail her multi-million dollar verdicts while silencing others, experts tell Alex Woodward

France 24

Justice Department launches probe into columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, source says

The US Justice Department has launched an investigation for perjury into E. Jean Carroll, the columnist who a 2023 civil trial found had been sexually assaulted by US President Donald Trump in a New York department store 30 years ago, a source close to the matter told AP Thursday.

The Economic Times

Epstein files reveal ongoing ties with this one wealth manager

Despite the allegations surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, Bank of America wealth adviser Paul V. Morris maintained connections with Epstein for several years. This outreach went on even after the bank settled a multi-million dollar lawsuit linked to Epstein's criminal activities.

The Independent UK

Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source

The Justice Department has opened an investigation into whether longtime advice columnist E

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The Independent UK

Trump administration orders prosecutors to pull back on probes against Venezuela leader

It remains unclear if prosecutors had implicated Delcy Rodríguez in any crimes or were preparing an indictment

The Independent UK

DOJ launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll: report

DOJ investigation will reportedly focus on whether Carroll committed perjury in her civil lawsuits against the president

The Economic Times

Trump administration tells prosecutors to stand down on Venezuela leader, sources say

Federal prosecutors in Miami have been instructed to halt criminal investigations into Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez, a longtime DEA target. This directive, aimed at fostering U.S. investment and stabilizing Venezuela, comes despite DEA records showing Rodriguez has been on law enforcement's radar since at least 2018. The move eases…

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Don Lemon seeks grand jury transcripts in Minnesota civil rights case, citing misconduct

Attorneys for former CNN host turned independent journalist Don Lemon argue in a new court filing that recent examples of grand jury misconduct by the U.S. Department of Justice across the country warrant the release of transcripts from the normally secretive proceedings in his case

The Independent UK

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of 'vindictive' Justice Department indictment

The Southern Poverty Law Center says a Justice Department indictment against the group is part of a “top-down” campaign of retribution against President Donald Trump’s perceived political enemies and represents a vindictive prosecution that must be dismissed

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Immigration funding bill derailed

The surprise creation of a Justice Department “anti-weaponization” fund outraged Senate Republicans and disrupted plans to pass their reconciliation bill for immigration enforcement before the Memorial Day recess. CQ Roll Call’s Aris Folley and Jacob Fulton join host David Lerman in assessing the blowup and the challenge ahead for getting…

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Reconciliation bill punted until after Memorial Day recess

Congressional leaders are closing up shop for the week without voting on their long-sought immigration budget bill, as Senate Republicans struggled to agree on legislative text amid an 11th-hour fight over a new Justice Department “anti-weaponization” fund. While Republican leaders had hoped to push the bill through both chambers on strictly…

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