Trump's DOJ broke policy to try to learn journalist's sources, inspector general allegesTrump's DOJ allegedly violated agency policy to identify journalists' sources.The report raises concerns about the protection of press freedom under future administrations.
Trump's DOJ obtained more private communications from third-parties including AppleThe DOJ's secret acquisition of communication records poses risks to congressional oversight and journalism.Gag orders limited transparency, affecting the accountability of government actions.
Trump's Justice Dept. mulls dropping charges against Mayor AdamsThe Trump administration's DOJ may drop the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, indicating possible political motivations and implications for both parties.
DOJ Halts All Civil Rights Cases Following Trump's DirectivesTrump's administration is halting civil rights litigation to overhaul DEI programs, raising concerns about minority rights.The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is significantly impacted as it pauses ongoing cases under new directives.
Google told to sell Chrome to end search monopolyThe DOJ case against Google may continue despite a new Trump administration, with potential implications for competition in online search.
Morning Docket: 01.23.25The Trump administration has effectively frozen the DOJ's civil rights division, signaling a notable shift in its approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Trump's DOJ broke policy to try to learn journalist's sources, inspector general allegesTrump's DOJ allegedly violated agency policy to identify journalists' sources.The report raises concerns about the protection of press freedom under future administrations.
Trump's DOJ obtained more private communications from third-parties including AppleThe DOJ's secret acquisition of communication records poses risks to congressional oversight and journalism.Gag orders limited transparency, affecting the accountability of government actions.
Trump's Justice Dept. mulls dropping charges against Mayor AdamsThe Trump administration's DOJ may drop the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, indicating possible political motivations and implications for both parties.
DOJ Halts All Civil Rights Cases Following Trump's DirectivesTrump's administration is halting civil rights litigation to overhaul DEI programs, raising concerns about minority rights.The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is significantly impacted as it pauses ongoing cases under new directives.
Google told to sell Chrome to end search monopolyThe DOJ case against Google may continue despite a new Trump administration, with potential implications for competition in online search.
Morning Docket: 01.23.25The Trump administration has effectively frozen the DOJ's civil rights division, signaling a notable shift in its approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
DOJ fires officials who investigated Trump. And, what to know about DeepSeekMcHenry's firing of DOJ officials signals a troubling shift in federal investigations tied to political figures like Trump.
Morning Docket: 01.22.25DOJ's investigations target local authorities resisting immigration enforcement, emphasizing tensions between federal and local governance.
Behind the scenes as the ABA reacts to DOJ's order to stop providing legal support to immigrantsThe DOJ has ordered the cessation of federal legal assistance programs, impacting vulnerable immigrant populations and their access to legal representation.
DOJ fires officials who investigated Trump. And, what to know about DeepSeekMcHenry's firing of DOJ officials signals a troubling shift in federal investigations tied to political figures like Trump.
Morning Docket: 01.22.25DOJ's investigations target local authorities resisting immigration enforcement, emphasizing tensions between federal and local governance.
Behind the scenes as the ABA reacts to DOJ's order to stop providing legal support to immigrantsThe DOJ has ordered the cessation of federal legal assistance programs, impacting vulnerable immigrant populations and their access to legal representation.
Morning Docket: 01.28.25 - Above the LawPoliticization of legal processes raises accountability concerns.Celebrity jury service blurs reality and justice perception.Legal battles intensify with complex allegations over fraud.Biglaw faces disruption in partner compensation models.
Special Counsel Jack Smith Officially Resigns After Final Report Just Days Before Trump Takes OfficeSpecial counsel Jack Smith resigned after submitting his final report, ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.
DOJ fires federal lawyers involved in Trump's criminal cases DW 01/28/2025The DOJ has fired lawyers involved in criminal cases related to Donald Trump.
Special Counsel Jack Smith Officially Resigns After Final Report Just Days Before Trump Takes OfficeSpecial counsel Jack Smith resigned after submitting his final report, ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.
DOJ fires federal lawyers involved in Trump's criminal cases DW 01/28/2025The DOJ has fired lawyers involved in criminal cases related to Donald Trump.
MLS PIN preliminary settlement approval hearing set for AprilMLS PIN's settlement includes a $3 million fund and changes to buyer broker compensation practices, but faces scrutiny from the DOJ.
Here Are Alllllllllll Of President Biden's Executive Orders That President Trump Has Already RescindedTrump's Day 1 Executive Orders face numerous legal challenges from the outset, drawing comparisons to his first term.
WaPo Enthusiastically Joins Trump's Attack on Rule of Law - emptywheelTrump's election victory was enabled by unchecked false claims regarding his prosecutions and voter fraud.Lack of rigorous fact-checking has exacerbated false narratives surrounding Trump's claims.
Will Aileen Cannon Succeed at Suppressing Hunter Biden Dick Pic Sniffing? - emptywheelThe Jack Smith report is likely to contain damaging evidence against Trump and his associates regarding classified documents.
Trump should fire DOJ workers involved with his cases, GOP senator saysSen. Schmitt advocates for immediate firing of DOJ employees involved in investigations of Trump.
Here Are Alllllllllll Of President Biden's Executive Orders That President Trump Has Already RescindedTrump's Day 1 Executive Orders face numerous legal challenges from the outset, drawing comparisons to his first term.
WaPo Enthusiastically Joins Trump's Attack on Rule of Law - emptywheelTrump's election victory was enabled by unchecked false claims regarding his prosecutions and voter fraud.Lack of rigorous fact-checking has exacerbated false narratives surrounding Trump's claims.
Will Aileen Cannon Succeed at Suppressing Hunter Biden Dick Pic Sniffing? - emptywheelThe Jack Smith report is likely to contain damaging evidence against Trump and his associates regarding classified documents.
Trump should fire DOJ workers involved with his cases, GOP senator saysSen. Schmitt advocates for immediate firing of DOJ employees involved in investigations of Trump.
Pam Bondi Defends Record at Confirmation HearingPam Bondi aims to restore integrity to the DOJ and reject partisanship during her confirmation hearing.
NAR fires back against the DOJ's statement of interestThe NAR defends its commission settlement against DOJ concerns, emphasizing that mandatory buyer representation agreements comply with existing laws.
DOJ wants to participate in oral arguments at REX appealDOJ seeks to join REX's antitrust appeal against NAR and Zillow, highlighting the government's vested interest in real estate industry regulations.
Will the NAR-DOJ fight head to the Supreme Court?The Supreme Court may soon decide on the legal dispute between NAR and the DOJ regarding real estate commission practices.
The Supreme Court is out, so what's next for NAR?NAR's legal struggles with the DOJ reflect ongoing tensions in real estate regulations that affect transparency and broker commissions.
NAR's settlement is approved, but the DOJ is unlikely to back downThe DOJ seeks aggressive reforms in the real estate industry and sees the proposed settlement with NAR as insufficient.
DOJ to SCOTUS: We never agreed 'not to reopen' NAR investigationThe DOJ is poised to reopen its investigation into the NAR, prompting a legal challenge from the organization.NAR's petition to the Supreme Court seeks to clarify the terms surrounding the DOJ's investigation agreement.
NAR fires back against the DOJ's statement of interestThe NAR defends its commission settlement against DOJ concerns, emphasizing that mandatory buyer representation agreements comply with existing laws.
DOJ wants to participate in oral arguments at REX appealDOJ seeks to join REX's antitrust appeal against NAR and Zillow, highlighting the government's vested interest in real estate industry regulations.
Will the NAR-DOJ fight head to the Supreme Court?The Supreme Court may soon decide on the legal dispute between NAR and the DOJ regarding real estate commission practices.
The Supreme Court is out, so what's next for NAR?NAR's legal struggles with the DOJ reflect ongoing tensions in real estate regulations that affect transparency and broker commissions.
NAR's settlement is approved, but the DOJ is unlikely to back downThe DOJ seeks aggressive reforms in the real estate industry and sees the proposed settlement with NAR as insufficient.
DOJ to SCOTUS: We never agreed 'not to reopen' NAR investigationThe DOJ is poised to reopen its investigation into the NAR, prompting a legal challenge from the organization.NAR's petition to the Supreme Court seeks to clarify the terms surrounding the DOJ's investigation agreement.
DoJ remotely cleaned thousands of computers infected with Chinese malwareThe DOJ and FBI's operation eliminated Chinese malware from thousands of US computers through a court-approved counter-hack.
Judge Cannon Exercises Restraint By Slicing Special Counsel Baby In HalfJudge Cannon's partial ruling on the special counsel report represents a concerning trend in judicial activism and the politicization of the judiciary.
Five members of cyber gang Scattered Spider indicted in U.S.The DOJ charges five members of the Scattered Spider ransomware gang to combat cybercrime.Arrests aim to disrupt the gang's ongoing criminal activities, including multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft.
US government charges operators of crypto mixing service used by North Korea and ransomware gangs | TechCrunchU.S. indicts Russian nationals for operating cryptocurrency mixers that launder funds for cybercriminals.
Five members of cyber gang Scattered Spider indicted in U.S.The DOJ charges five members of the Scattered Spider ransomware gang to combat cybercrime.Arrests aim to disrupt the gang's ongoing criminal activities, including multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft.
US government charges operators of crypto mixing service used by North Korea and ransomware gangs | TechCrunchU.S. indicts Russian nationals for operating cryptocurrency mixers that launder funds for cybercriminals.
US selling 69K seized bitcoins could mess with Trump plans for crypto reserveDOJ authorized the sale of 69,370 bitcoins from the largest seizure in history, valued at approximately $6.4 billion.The bitcoins were originally stolen in 2012 from the Silk Road marketplace and recovered by the US government in 2020.
A mortgage firm denies Miami metro area racist redlining - but will pay $1.75 millionThe Mortgage Firm settled with the DOJ over redlining accusations but insists it did not violate any laws.
Dell pays $2.3 million to settle claims that it overcharged the US Army for computersDell will pay $2.3 million to settle claims of overcharging the U.S. Army, without admitting guilt under the False Claims Act.
A mortgage firm denies Miami metro area racist redlining - but will pay $1.75 millionThe Mortgage Firm settled with the DOJ over redlining accusations but insists it did not violate any laws.
Dell pays $2.3 million to settle claims that it overcharged the US Army for computersDell will pay $2.3 million to settle claims of overcharging the U.S. Army, without admitting guilt under the False Claims Act.
Department of Justice files lawsuit against 6 of nation's largest landlords for price fixingThe DOJ has filed an antitrust lawsuit against six major landlords for allegedly colluding to keep rental prices high.
Former MoviePass head pleads guilty to securities fraudTed Farnsworth, former MoviePass CEO, pleaded guilty to securities fraud, highlighting broader issues within the company's misrepresentation of its business model.
What the DOJ's breakup of Google would mean for Chrome and the internetThe Justice Department seeks to force Google to divest its Chrome web browser to combat monopolistic practices.
Google has an unfair advantage on AI, DOJ allegesThe DOJ's proposal seeks to break up Google by targeting its Chrome browser and AI practices to encourage market competition.
US proposes breakup of Google to end search monopolyThe DOJ has initiated measures to curb Google's monopoly, suggesting the sale of Chrome and cessation of default agreements with manufacturers.
Why are US authorities seeking sale of Google Chrome? DW 11/21/2024Google was found to have illegally monopolized the search market by a US court, prompting potential forced sales of its Chrome browser.
Google's search business is all about distribution. The DOJ wants to take this away, and it's freaking investors out.The DOJ aims to curb Google's search distribution deals, which are crucial for its market dominance.
Google pushes back against DOJ's 'interventionist' remedies in antitrust case | TechCrunchGoogle's alternative proposal aims to mitigate potential harms from the DOJ's antitrust remedies which could impact consumer choice and innovation.
What the DOJ's breakup of Google would mean for Chrome and the internetThe Justice Department seeks to force Google to divest its Chrome web browser to combat monopolistic practices.
Google has an unfair advantage on AI, DOJ allegesThe DOJ's proposal seeks to break up Google by targeting its Chrome browser and AI practices to encourage market competition.
US proposes breakup of Google to end search monopolyThe DOJ has initiated measures to curb Google's monopoly, suggesting the sale of Chrome and cessation of default agreements with manufacturers.
Why are US authorities seeking sale of Google Chrome? DW 11/21/2024Google was found to have illegally monopolized the search market by a US court, prompting potential forced sales of its Chrome browser.
Google's search business is all about distribution. The DOJ wants to take this away, and it's freaking investors out.The DOJ aims to curb Google's search distribution deals, which are crucial for its market dominance.
Google pushes back against DOJ's 'interventionist' remedies in antitrust case | TechCrunchGoogle's alternative proposal aims to mitigate potential harms from the DOJ's antitrust remedies which could impact consumer choice and innovation.
Alexander Smirnov's Vetting - emptywheelThe DOJ had reasons to doubt Alexander Smirnov's credibility earlier, yet chose to promote his claims under political pressure.
Biden DOJ Files Complaint Against Financial Tech Co., CEOThe DOJ has filed a civil action against Dave Inc. and its CEO for deceptive practices related to cash advance advertising.
In Advance of the KashTastrophe, DOJ IG Raises the Stakes on Investigations of Congress - emptywheelThe DOJ's subpoenas targeting journalists in leak investigations were found to lack adequate review and failed to solve the intended cases.
Judge Nixes Boeing Plea Deal Because Parties Had Agreed NOT To Discriminate Against Black PeopleThe DOJ's plea deal with Boeing raised concerns and was rejected by a judge over the independent monitor's selection process involving discrimination clauses.
DOJ comes out against NAR commission lawsuit settlementDOJ raises concerns about buyer broker agreements in real estate, signaling potential antitrust violations that could limit competition.
Why the DOJ's Lawsuit Against the UGH-Amedisys Merger May Not Go Anywhere - MedCity NewsThe DOJ filed a lawsuit to block UHG's $3.3 billion acquisition of Amedisys over anti-competitive concerns.
Biglaw Firms Flaunted Funds This Friday! - See AlsoThe outcome of the DOJ's lawsuit against the UnitedHealth Group/Amedisys merger is uncertain due to differing administration priorities.
DOJ comes out against NAR commission lawsuit settlementDOJ raises concerns about buyer broker agreements in real estate, signaling potential antitrust violations that could limit competition.
Why the DOJ's Lawsuit Against the UGH-Amedisys Merger May Not Go Anywhere - MedCity NewsThe DOJ filed a lawsuit to block UHG's $3.3 billion acquisition of Amedisys over anti-competitive concerns.
Biglaw Firms Flaunted Funds This Friday! - See AlsoThe outcome of the DOJ's lawsuit against the UnitedHealth Group/Amedisys merger is uncertain due to differing administration priorities.