Department of Justice
The latest news on the the United States Department of Justice. Commonly referred to as the Justice Department, it is tasked with the enforcement of federal law and administration of justice in the United States. Headed by the attorney general, the primary functions of the department are to represent the U.S. in legal matters and to run the federal prison system.
Trump loss to E. Jean Carroll is bad sign for his criminal trials: Attorney
"When cases move from the court of public opinion into courts of law, Trump loses," Glenn Kirschner wrote on Saturday.
Liz Cheney trolls Trump ally Elise Stefanik after she deletes Jan. 6 post
Stefanik removed her statement condemning the violence on January 6, 2021, off her website.
Hunter Biden's nine bond condition rules revealed
Biden must hand over tax returns after prosecutors claimed he spent money on drugs and escorts instead of taxes.
Matt Gaetz confronted with blow-up dolls, schoolgirl questions during event
The Florida congressman was heckled during a visit to Donald Trump's campaign headquarters in New Hampshire.
Tim Scott confronted on past remarks viewed as criticizing Donald Trump
The senator was pressed about his endorsement of Trump amid previous remarks he made in a speech on "victimhood."
Mike Lindell thinks Donald Trump's opponents are "very scared"
Trump lawyer Christina Bobb agreed with Lindell and said they're "scared because they don't have that firm grasp on the election like they did in 2020."
Alina Habba mocked for "outrageous" request in Donald Trump trial
Habba on Friday attempted to call for a mistrial in the latest civil defamation case against Trump from E. Jean Carroll.
Biden official's "speedy trial" remark sparks fury from Donald Trump allies
Attorney General Merrick Garland said he believes Trump should have a "speedy trial."
Donald Trump just incriminated himself on Truth Social: Legal analyst
Donald Trump said that a president should have immunity, even in events that "cross the line."
Donald Trump has a backup option if immunity claim fails: Ex-prosecutor
The former president has appealed a ruling over his presidential immunity claim, saying that charges against him should be dropped.
Hunter Biden's defense faces new "devastating" blow, legal analyst warns
Hunter Biden is facing three federal gun charges for lying about his drug use on a federal form to buy a handgun in October 2018.
Trump wants to be able to "cross the line" and not be punished
Trump's latest comments about presidential immunity raised eyebrows from some of his critics.
Texas calls Joe Biden's bluff on the border
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton refused the Biden administration's efforts to retake control of Shelby Park.
Watergate prosecutor predicts Donald Trump headed to the "big house"
Nick Akerman described the former president's legal defense as "insane" and "completely off the charts."
Math favors Donald Trump prison sentence, professor predicts
NYU professor Scott Galloway said that it is "mathematically improbable that [Trump] won't be sentenced to prison at some point."
Teary-eyed January 6 "Bullhorn Lady" admits "I destroyed everything"
"I have a lot of remorse for ruining my family's life," Rachel Powell said before she began a 57-month prison sentence over her part in the riot.
Judge uses Trump's own words against him in immunity hearing
A federal appeals court heard former President Donald Trump's arguments for presidential immunity Tuesday morning.
Donald Trump's ex-aide flipping is "nail in the coffin": Mary Trump
Former Donald Trump aides Dan Scavino and Nick Luna's testimony to the Department of Justice could be damaging, his niece says.
Donald Trump's Georgia case may be in jeopardy: Legal analyst
Trump's defense team "is hoping that the immunity issue provides a complete shield," one legal expert told Newsweek on Monday.
Donald Trump in "real trouble" if ex-aide talking to Jack Smith: Kinzinger
Scavino and others attempted to persuade the former president to send out a tweet to calm the crowd on January 6, 2021, according to a news report.
Donald Trump issues ominous threat to Joe Biden
The former president warned incumbent Joe Biden he could face a weaponized Department of Justice.
Legal analyst points to "key question" about Donald Trump's court cases
Amid Trump's presidential immunity claim ruling, Joyce Vance said she's hopeful about the speed at which his court case is moving.
Supreme Court Capitol riot case may leave jailed protesters out in the cold
Legal analysts told Newsweek what the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in a crucial January 6 case could mean for defendants.
Donald Trump's latest legal tactics are "frivolous": Ex-White House lawyer
Ty Cobb, who served as an attorney for the Trump White House, revealed the former president's "major strategic objective."
Jack Smith will "absolutely" indict six more Trump allies: Ex-prosecutor
Six other co-conspirators are mentioned, but not named in Trump's federal election interference indictment, Glenn Kirschner said.
Lawyers' amicus brief adds new wrinkle to Donald Trump's immunity appeal
Legal experts variously called the new briefs "an interesting wrinkle" and a potential "game changer."
Ron DeSantis' Jack Smith threat sparks avalanche of jokes, memes
Special Counsel Jack Smith would be fired on the first day of a Ron DeSantis presidency, the Florida governor said.
Why Donald Trump is wrong about Jack Smith
The former president has claimed on social media that the "deranged" prosecutor has no legal right to indict him.
Maxine Waters challenger complains he's being "held hostage" in California
Omar Navarro, charged with alleged campaign finance violations, accused federal agencies of a "two-tier justice system."
Donald Trump will face assassination attempt, ally predicts
Far-right activist Laura Loomer's unsubstantiated claim came after the Supreme Court handed the former president a significant win.
