Merrick Garland
The latest news on Merrick Garland, the attorney general in the administration of President Joe Biden. Garland previously served as a U.S. circuit judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. In 2016, President Barack Obama nominated Garland to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court, however Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Republicans in the U.S. Senate refused to hold a hearing on his nomination. The seat was eventually filled by Neil Gorsuch, who was nominated by President Donald Trump.
Trump faces new danger as Jan. 6 committee announces criminal referrals
The committee's decision ramps up pressure on the Justice Department to either prosecute Trump or explain why the referral was declined.
Trump most likely to be convicted in this investigation, Kirschner predicts
The former president faces multiple probes, but attorney Glenn Kirshner says one in particular "poses an ongoing threat to our nation's security."
Donald Trump frets over special counsel Jack Smith in string of messages
The former president has claimed the appointment of Smith is proof the DOJ is "weaponized" against him.
Trump shows "sign of desperation" as special counsel appointed: Kirschner
Former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner said Saturday that the former president "finally knows that accountability is coming for him."
Trump's anger over special counsel's wife a "miscalculation": Kirschner
The former president recently bemoaned that Jack Smith's wife Katy Chevigny is a Democrat who worked on a Michelle Obama documentary.
Let's Look at the Pros and Cons of a Special Prosecutor for Trump
The purpose of a special prosecutor is to avoid both the reality and perception of political bias that is inherent in an attorney general investigating his boss's potential political opponent.
Trump declares himself "honest and innocent" as he rails against DOJ
Newly appointed special prosecutor Jack Smith will weigh whether to bring criminal charges against the former president.
Trump faces "serious possibility" of indictment by special counsel: Lawyer
Former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti said on Friday that Attorney General Merrick Garland "didn't appoint Jack Smith to wind down these investigations."
Watergate prosecutor says special counsel for Trump "waste of time"
Another special counsel will investigate possible crimes committed by Donald Trump.
Who is Jack Smith? Special counsel for Donald Trump case
The veteran prosecutor has been praised by colleagues for being "apolitical" and a "stellar selection" for the special counsel role.
What keeping the Senate means for Joe Biden's presidency
Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto won reelection on Saturday, meaning Democrats have the 50 seats needed for control of the upper chamber.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says impeaching Joe Biden "will be easy"
"We will impeach Biden with proof. It will be easy," the Georgia Republican wrote in a tweet.
Joe Biden acknowledges he faces impeachment if he loses midterms
Some Republican members of Congress have already suggested impeachment proceedings could be brought against the president.
Rumors of Trump indictment could spark early 2024 announcement
"Former President Trump is playing a massive game of chicken," Republican strategist Alex Patton told Newsweek.
Merrick Garland's Department of Injustice
It remains an open question whether the Biden administration will be chastened, or throw all caution to the wind.
GOP hit list—These five people face impeachment if Republicans win midterms
The Republican Party has already filed numerous impeachment resolutions against the Biden administration, to no avail.
Chinese spies attempted bribes, espionage on U.S. soil
Attorney General Merrick Garland described China's actions as an "egregious attempt" at "undermining the integrity" of the U.S justice system.
Hours after sentencing, Steve Bannon predicts Merrick Garland impeachment
House Republicans have signaled they are sympathetic toward Bannon and would target the DOJ if they retake the chamber.
Trump's Jan. 6 pressure campaign on Pence to be his downfall: Legal analyst
"The lie is the fraud, the pressure on Mike Pence is the criminal act, and that is a serious crime," said legal analyst Barbara McQuade.
Medical Establishment Wants Less Free Speech, More Mutilated Children
We must not be allowed to call into question any aspect of radical gender ideology.
A brief summary of January 6 panel hearings so far
The House Select Committee investigating the Capitol riot is due to present its next hearing on Thursday.
Trump is a "classified documents terrorist," should be arrested: Kirschner
The former federal prosecutor urged the Justice Department to "put an end to our long national nightmare" by arresting and indicting the former president.
DOJ can't credibly indict Trump unless they charge Hunter Biden: Dershowitz
"These two cases are tragically linked, even though legally they shouldn't be linked at all," attorney Alan Dershowitz said in an interview Friday.
Did Trump Transfer Documents to Bedminster? Ex-FBI Official Floats Theory
Peter Strzok posted images of footage showing staff loading boxes onto Trump's private plane in May while he was en route from Florida to New Jersey.
Trump 'Criming in the Harsh Light of Day,' Kirschner Calls for Indictment
Kirschner expressed frustration Friday over the numerous investigations into Trump's actions distracting from one another and helping him avoid indictments.
Judge Cannon Was Right To Appoint a Special Master
There has been scant debate on the actual legal merits or demerits of Judge Cannon's decision.
Trump Could Face 'Multiple' Felonies in Classified Documents Probe
The Justice Department said sensitive materials were "likely concealed and removed" from Mar-a-Lago during attempts to "obstruct" federal investigation.
Fox News Contributor Says Trump May 'Talk Himself Into' Criminal Charges
Andy McCarthy theorized that the FBI and Department of Justice might be trying to avoid criminal charges against the ex-president, despite his rhetoric.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago Mole Could Be the Secret Service: Karl Rove
Rove said that Secret Service officials have a "responsibility to report a crime," and could have told federal investigators if they saw classified documents.
Trump News Updates: Dershowitz Says Indictment Possible but Unlikely
A heavily redacted affidavit, used to justify the search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home, has been released.
