Obstruction of justice
Trump's "irrefutable report" could bring new charge: Ex-White House lawyer
Ty Cobb, Trump's former White House lawyer, said the ex-president's plan to exonerate himself with an "irrefutable report" could prompt a new criminal charge.
Trump search warrant underscores "significant obstruction": Ex-prosecutor
Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart ordered that "additional portions" of the Mar-a-Lago search warrant be made public on Wednesday.
Trump facing "multiple counts of obstruction," former prosecutor predicts
"The more that we find out about this timeline, the less it matters what is in those documents," Charles F. Coleman Jr. said on Saturday.
Donald Trump has reason to fear Mark Meadows
"Meadows' liability continues to deepen," attorney Norman Eisen said in light of new allegations that Meadows burned documents during a critical time period.
Trump's huge miscalculation could make his legal trouble worse: Kirschner
"He's trying to corruptly interfere in the administration of justice and obstructing justice is a 20-year federal felony," ex-prosecutor Glenn Kirschner said.
Trump just gave prosecutors proof he committed two crimes: Kirschner
"There has been no accountability yet, not one indictment. That's going to change," former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner predicted on Tuesday.
Trial Date Set for Man Accused of Ballot Fraud in 2016, 2018 Elections
Leslie McCrae Dowless Jr. faces 13 criminal counts that include charges of obstruction of justice, possessing absentee ballots and perjury.
Could Brian Laundrie's Parents Be Charged With Obstruction of Justice?
FBI agents searched the home of Brian Laundries' parents on Monday, and they could face charges if they were intentionally untruthful or withheld evidence.
Former Judge Headed to Prison After Telling Friend About Drug Investigation
"This prosecution confirms that no person–even a judge–is above the law," said Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Polite Jr.
Former Trump Inaugural Chairman Thomas Barrack Arrested on Federal Charges
Barrack has been accused of acting and conspiring to act as agents of the United Arab Emirates between April of 2016 and April of 2018.
Only the Voters Can Save Our Justice System From Trump's Cover-Ups
We have a president who is obstructing justice before our very eyes, in real time. The fact that he is doing it in public does not make it any less of a crime—and the public should convict him for it at the ballot box.
LA Times Editorial Board Demands Trump Impeachment Now: 'We've Seen Enough'
The paper's editorial board penned a scathing piece demanding President Trump be impeached for both the Ukraine and Russia scandals.
Don McGahn Must Comply with Congressional Subpoena, Federal Judge Rules
Despite the judge's ruling, the case is likely far from over, and the favorable ruling for House Democrats does not mean other current and former officials will ignore the White House's directive and comply with congressional subpoenas.
What Happens Now That the White House Blocked Sondland's Ukraine Testimony?
Rep. Adam Schiff said that the Trump administration's "failure to produce this witness" could be considered "strong evidence of obstruction."
CNN Anchor Confronts Lewandowski With Alleged Obstruction in Mueller Report
Lewandowski again acknowledged that he never read the Mueller report but said he understood its conclusions.
Ted Lieu Uses Ham Sandwich Analogy to Explain How Trump Obstructed Justice
"Mueller gives us a slice of bread, puts ham on it, and then another slice of bread," Lieu tweeted. "Mueller says I didn't make a determination whether or not it's a ham sandwich because I was instructed I can't call it that."
Democrats Can Both Impeach Trump and Win 2020
Americans are warming to Trump's impeachment, and Democrats risk alienating their base by procrastinating further.
GOP Group Airs Ad Urging Party To Take Trump Obstruction Claims 'Seriously'
Chris Truax, a Republicans for the Rule of Law legal adviser and spokesperson, said the ad, which encourages GOP members to take Trump's obstruction allegations "seriously," serves as "a reminder of what patriotism and political bravery can look like."
GOP Congressman Slams Attorney General Barr for Misleading Congress
"Attorney General Barr has deliberately misrepresented key aspects of Mueller's report and decisions in the investigation, which has helped further the president's false narrative," Representative Justin Amash wrote on Twitter.
Fox News Expert Calls Barr's Trump Defense 'Absurd'
Barr has "a very narrow, almost Jesuitical, understanding of the law" former judge Andrew Napolitano explained.
Trump Won't Have Immunity Forever, Ex-U.S. Attorney Warns
Preet Bharara, a former U.S. attorney in New York, said the Mueller report preserves evidence for when President Donald Trump loses his immunity after leaving office.
Mueller Told Barr He Disagreed With Russia Investigation Summary in March
Special counsel Robert Mueller "expressed frustration over the lack of context and the resulting media coverage regarding the special counsel's obstruction analysis," a Justice Department spokesperson said.
Giuliani Slams Democrats' Trump Investigations
"I would fight it because they're illegitimate," Trump's attorney said. "Everybody in the country knows they're prejudiced, they're biased."
Trump Actions 'At Least 100 Times Worse' Than Clinton's
House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings said Bill Clinton's behavior "pales in comparison" to Donald Trump's alleged efforts to obstruct justice.
Trump Approval Numbers Drop: New Poll
The data offers a glimpse into how the Trump administration is weathering the controversy surrounding the Thursday release of Mueller's redacted report.
Ex-Agent: Lack of Evidence Not Why Trump Isn't Indicted
"Mueller believed a fairness principle constrained him from accusing the president in the form of recommended charges," a former FBI counterintelligence agent wrote.
Mueller: Trump Aides Refused to 'Carry Out Orders'
Donald Trump intended to fire Robert Mueller, according to the special counsel's report.
Mueller Report Passes Buck to Congress
"The conclusion that Congress may apply the obstruction laws to the President's corrupt exercise of the powers of office accords with our constitutional system of checks and balances and the principle that no person is above the law," special counsel Robert Mueller wrote.
Barr: Obstruction of Justice Evidence Won't Be Redacted
Attorney General William Barr told lawmakers that evidence relating to whether the president obstructed justice "will be identifiable" when he releases a redacted version of the Mueller report next week.
Michael Cohen Grilled Over Possible Trump Pardon
The line of inquiry could lead to evidence of obstruction of justice.