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James Comey hit with new DOJ indictment over a cryptic beach photo that Trump called a death threat

The Department of Justice just hit James Comey with a fresh indictment over a now-deleted Instagram post that prosecutors claim was a coded death threat against Donald Trump. Comey shared a beach photo last year, where seashells were arranged to spell out “86 47.” If you’re not familiar, “86” can…

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Former FBI director Comey’s prosecution over seashells picture is ‘preposterous and vindictive’ legal experts say

Attempt to prosecute Comey over Instagram post allegedly calling for ‘political violence’ met with ridicule by experts

The Independent UK

Trump’s DOJ just revived firing squads for federal executions, a move critics call a return to the dark ages of justice

The Department of Justice (DOJ) just announced it’s bringing back firing squads for federal executions, a move that’s already drawing sharp criticism from opponents of capital punishment. The policy shift, unveiled in a document on April 24, 2026, outlines plans to expand the use of the death penalty under the…

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Justice Department finally admits defeat in bogus probe of Fed Chair Powell, but the real scandal is who’s replacing him

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially dropped its criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a move that paves the way for Kevin Warsh to take over as the next Fed chair. The announcement came on April 24, 2026, when US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeannine…

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GOP thorn in Trump’s side says he’ll confirm Fed pick Warsh despite threat of Powell probe still looming

DoJ’s decision to end ‘bogus’ probe vindicated Thom Tillis, who had power to hold up the nomination of Trump’s preferred candidate indefinitely

The Independent UK

Trump admin’s proposed new gun rule will make it harder for trans people to buy firearms

Proposed new rules would allow the federal government to compile lists of trans firearm buyers — and leave them in a ‘Catch-22’, gun rights advocates tell Io Dodds

The Independent UK

Trump Ordered to Explain $10B Lawsuit Against His Own Government That Judge Fears Is an Attempt to Secure Fraudulent Payouts

A federal judge questions the legitimacy of Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, citing constitutional concerns over a sitting president suing agencies he controls.

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Trump DOJ brings back 17th-century execution method to ‘strengthen the death penalty’

Justice Department is ‘standing with victims’ by reviving old-school killing methods to execute federal death row inmates, acting AG Todd Blanche says

The Independent UK

DOJ Drops Criminal Investigation Of Jerome Powell, Potentially Paving Way For Confirmation Of Kevin Warsh

The Department of Justice dropped on Friday its criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, federal prosecutor Jeanine Pirro announced.

International Business Times

‘We aren’t scared any more’: #MeToo’s lessons give Epstein survivors strength to speak out

One of the lasting impacts of #MeToo is power in unity among survivors – a lesson activists say can carry in moments like the Epstein files release

The Guardian - US

DOJ Launches Criminal Probe Into Rising U.S. Beef Prices

A sharp and sustained increase in beef prices across the United States has prompted the Department of Justice to open a criminal investigation into the country's powerful meat industry, as federal authorities seek to determine whether the surge reflects normal market pressures or potentially illegal conduct by major producers.

Latin Times

Trump reclassifies medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug in major shift

Trump told his administration in December to work as quickly as possible to reclassify marijuana

The Independent UK

New update on Indian-origin man who changed name to remain in US: Judge revokes citizenship of Gurdev Singh Sohal

The Department of Justice had filed a civil denaturalization complaint against an Indian-origin man who changed his identity to obtain US citizenship. A federal judge has ruled in favor of the DOJ and ordered to revoke citizenship of the man whom they called an immigration and identity fraudster.

The Times of India

Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges

Todd Blanche announces 11-count indictment over payments to informants in extremist groups including Ku Klux Klan

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What’s next in the Jeffrey Epstein saga? Trump’s justice department sends mixed messages

The Epstein investigation is mired in political logjams despite broad public support for accountability

The Times of India

'I stand by every word': Kash Patel's legal action over 'drinking problem' report, journalist says she will fight it out

A major war of words broke out between FBI director Kash Patel's advisers and Atlantic after Atlantic's journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick exclusively reported that the FBI director has been suffering from a drinking problem, which is known to the administration. On several occasions, Patel's security detail had difficulty waking him as…

The Independent UK

Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyer thinks Trump will pardon her for Epstein-related crimes: ‘There’s a good chance’

Ghislaine Maxwell’s attorney described her as ‘a scapegoat’ who deserves reprieve

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Two US citizens get combined 16 years in prison for running North Korean laptop farms — fake remote IT work scheme netted DPRK $5 million in around three years

The Department of Justice announced the sentencing of the U.S. nationals that have been convicted of running laptop farms that allowed North Korean workers to pose as American residents and work at American tech firms.

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International Business Times UK

No More Epstein Files? Acting AG Claims DOJ Has 'Released Everything' as Lawmakers Demand Full Disclosure and Tensions Rise

Acting AG Todd Blanche confirms DOJ's release of all Epstein files amid transparency debate, addressing public and congressional demands for full disclosure.

International Business Times UK

Was Pam Bondi Arrested? Contempt Hold and Possible Charges Explained After She Skipped Epstein Subpoena Hearing

Pam Bondi faces potential contempt of Congress for missing a House Oversight subpoena in the Epstein investigation. The next legal steps are explained.

The Independent UK

Pam Bondi could face contempt charges over Epstein testimony after failing to show up for deposition

Former attorney general is ‘evading a lawful congressional subpoena,’ according to top Democrat on House Oversight Committee

International Business Times UK

Quick Facts About Timothy Hudson: Anna Kepner's Stepbrother and Key Suspect in Her Cruise Ship Murder

Tragedy strikes as 18-year-old Anna Kepner is found dead on Carnival Horizon; stepbrother faces charges. Discover the investigation details and family impact.

The Times of India

‘Will vigorously prosecute’: US warns against trading Iranian oil amid Hormuz blockade move

The United States has warned of vigorous prosecution for anyone involved in buying or selling sanctioned Iranian oil. This comes after US-Iran peace talks failed and the US announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, targeting maritime traffic linked to Iran. The blockade aims to prevent sea mines and…

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Victims of Camp Lejeune’s tainted water inch closer to amends

Decades of anger and frustration are turning into cautious optimism for some victims of contaminated drinking water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, as about two dozen of more than 3,700 lawsuits seeking compensation for damages appear headed for trial later this year in federal court in North Carolina. Once…

The Times of India

‘H-1B workers ONLY’: US firm fined $313,420 after DOJ exposes illegal hiring bias

Amid the ongoing crackdown on illegal immigration in America, numerous independent reporters have taken on the task of exposing fraud by H-1B workers. One such New Jersey-based firm exposed by Blaze TV reporter Sara Gonzales was recently fined by the Department of Justice for illegal hiring practices.

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