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Department of Justice
MediaBias News has published 55 stories involving Department of Justice, from August 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Directs Federal Agencies to Prioritize English
The Trump administration is directing federal agencies to make English their default language and review multilingual programs. This policy shift could affect millions of Americans with limited English proficiency and has drawn criticism from civil rights advocates.
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Politics · United StatesMassie secures 218 signatures for Epstein files bill vote
U.S. Representative Thomas Massie has gathered the 218 signatures needed to force a House vote on a bill concerning Jeffrey Epstein's records. The legislation would permit victims to sue the Department of Justice over information they claim was unlawfully withheld or redacted. The vote is anticipated in the coming weeks.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ opens criminal probe into Supreme Court leak
The Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into the leak of the 2022 Supreme Court draft opinion that overturned Roe v. Wade. Federal prosecutors have issued grand jury subpoenas as part of the probe.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom threatens to arrest federal agents interfering with California elections
California Governor Gavin Newsom has threatened to arrest and prosecute federal agents and others who interfere with the state's elections. The move comes after ICE warned it would pursue individuals who vote illegally.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
Politics · Middle EastCanada and UAE Sign Trade Deal, Eye Extradition Treaty
Canada and the United Arab Emirates have signed a free-trade agreement and announced plans to negotiate an extradition treaty. The move has drawn criticism from civil society groups concerned about the UAE's human rights record.
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Politics · United StatesAlaska asks judge to dismiss Trump lawsuit over Senate race
Alaska's Republican-run state government has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed at President Trump's direction that seeks to halt the certification of the state's Senate race. The state argues the Justice Department's demand to separate ballots is impossible and violates voter privacy.
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Politics · United StatesAnalysis: 42% of DOJ noncitizen voter list names not on California rolls
An analysis of a Trump administration list of alleged noncitizen voters in California found that 42% of the names could not be found on the state's voter rolls. The study, conducted by UCLA data analysts, also indicated that thousands of U.S. citizens may have been incorrectly flagged.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats Silent on Alaska Election Scheme, Fox News Reports
Prominent Democrats who have frequently spoken about threats to democracy have not responded to questions regarding an alleged scheme in the Alaska Senate election. The New York Times reported aides to Mary Peltola helped recruit a candidate named Dan Sullivan to run against incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan.
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Politics · United StatesAlaska Senate race probed for voter confusion scheme
A criminal investigation is underway in Alaska concerning a scheme to confuse voters by placing a candidate with the same name as incumbent Senator Daniel Sullivan on the ballot. U.S. Attorney Michael Heyman confirmed the probe, which has intensified following a New York Times report.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Orders DOJ to Reveal Noncitizen Voting Data
A federal judge has ordered the Department of Justice to release information on noncitizen voting by Friday. The order comes as the Trump administration's election integrity initiatives face scrutiny in court, with Democrats and voting rights groups alleging federal interference.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ asks court to seal Ilhan Omar search warrant
The Department of Justice has requested a federal court keep a search warrant for Rep. Ilhan Omar's home sealed. Prosecutors argue that releasing the warrant could jeopardise an ongoing immigration fraud investigation. A coalition of media organisations is petitioning to have the warrant unsealed.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ says FBI, ICE agents won't monitor US elections
The US Department of Justice has stated that FBI and ICE agents will not serve as federal election monitors. This comes after litigation from the NAACP, which raised concerns about potential voter intimidation.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesJudge hears arguments on counting California ballots disputed by DOJ
A federal judge in Los Angeles heard arguments regarding the Justice Department's request to prevent California from counting approximately 20,000 ballots until the citizenship of the voters can be confirmed. California officials argue this is impossible and could disenfranchise legitimate voters.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesJudge orders DOJ clarification on East Potomac Golf Course plan and mandates notice before changes
A D.C. judge rebuked the Justice Department over its East Potomac Golf Course renovation plan, saying it likely violated the National Environmental Policy Act and ordering ten business days’ notice before any irreversible work. President Trump announced the course will close on 15 November and said his team will appeal.
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Two Ex-FBI Officials Face New Charges in Hunter Biden Probe
Two former FBI officials, Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, face new charges including obstruction of justice. The Department of Justice filed the charges shortly before a court hearing, drawing criticism from the defense.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ Sues to Block Alaska Senate Race Certification
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent the certification of Alaska's U.S. Senate race results. The action stems from concerns about voter confusion due to two candidates sharing the name Dan Sullivan.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 65
Politics · United StatesIlhan Omar to leave Washington D.C. home after federal raid
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar announced she will move out of her D.C. residence after federal agents conducted a four‑to‑five‑hour search, seized 17 items and sparked safety concerns. The raid is linked to a fraud probe into her family’s immigration records.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
PoliticsTrump Administration Ends Legal Fight Over Student Loan Program
The Trump administration is ending its legal challenge to a popular student loan forgiveness program. The Department of Justice had appealed federal judges' rulings against the administration's efforts to limit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Politics · United StatesGraham linked to bribery probe that went dark
An FBI anti-corruption team investigated allegations of a bribery scheme involving Senator Lindsey Graham and a Hawaii-based defense contractor. The probe reportedly went dark after the Trump administration reduced resources for the FBI and Department of Justice.
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Politics · United StatesSupreme Court to review 1868 ban on home liquor distilling
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case challenging a federal ban on distilling spirits in private homes, a law dating back to 1868. Conflicting lower court rulings have led to the case reaching the high court.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ Civil Rights Division probes Pennsauken gun‑permit delays
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation into Pennsauken Township, New Jersey, over alleged delays in processing concealed‑carry permits. The probe, announced by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, seeks to determine if the delays breach the Second Amendment. The township has not responded.
United States2 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesAppeals court blocks California law on ICE identification
A federal appeals court has ruled against a California law that mandated U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers display visible identification. The court found the state's "No Vigilantes Act" unconstitutional, siding with the Department of Justice.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesIlhan Omar's relatives subpoenaed in federal immigration probe
Federal agents have issued subpoenas to relatives of Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of a criminal investigation into her family's immigration history. The probe follows a search of Omar's Washington, DC home.
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Politics · United StatesFederal judge declares Trump voter data project illegal
A federal judge has ruled illegal the Trump administration's initiative to transfer sensitive voter data to the Department of Homeland Security. The decision, issued three weeks before Election Day, follows Justice Department actions pressuring states for this information.
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Politics · United StatesCongress members ask DOJ to probe visa abuse in Chicago
Thirteen members of Congress, led by Republicans from Arizona and Texas, have asked the Department of Justice to investigate alleged visa abuse in Chicago. The group also wants an inquiry into a specific administrative law judge's ruling.
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Politics · United StatesRep. LaMonica McIver Gives Birth Amid Federal Assault Charges
U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver gave birth to her second child, a baby girl, on Thursday. The announcement comes as she faces federal assault charges stemming from an incident outside a New Jersey prison.
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Politics · United StatesSenator Blackburn sues Jack Smith over phone records
Senator Marsha Blackburn has filed a lawsuit against former special counsel Jack Smith and the Justice Department. She claims Smith unlawfully obtained her phone records and challenges the legality of his appointment.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ says Kennedy Center faces collapse without Trump's name
The Department of Justice has told a federal appeals court that the Kennedy Center faces financial and physical collapse without President Trump's name on it. Court documents state a $17 million cash infusion from Trump was needed to keep its accounts afloat.
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Politics · United StatesCanadian National Charged with US Electoral Fraud
A Canadian national has been charged with three counts of electoral fraud in the United States for allegedly voting in three elections without being a US citizen. The woman faces up to three years in federal prison if convicted.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ Finds UCSF Medical School Discriminated Against White and Asian Applicants
The Department of Justice has concluded its investigation into the University of California, San Francisco's medical school admissions, finding that it discriminated against white and Asian applicants. UCSF disputes the findings and plans to work with the DOJ.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ charges 16 people in seven states for election crimes
The Department of Justice announced charges against 16 individuals across seven states for election crimes, including noncitizens casting ballots. The indictments cover illegal voting, voter registration, fraud, and firearm offenses.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesSupreme Court rejects Trump mail-voting overhaul plan
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against Donald Trump's plan to significantly alter national mail-voting rules. Following the decision, voting rights groups announced a voter protection campaign, while the Department of Justice and Homeland Security pursue separate election-related investigations.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Orders AG Blanche to Release Epstein Files or Face Contempt
A federal judge has ordered Attorney General Todd Blanche to provide unredacted Epstein files by September 24, 2026. Judge Emmet Sullivan warned of potential contempt of court charges if the deadline is not met, finding Blanche's arguments against release to be without merit.
United States2 min readTrust 86 · Craft 75 · Hype 30
PoliticsUS Attorney General Todd Blanche: DOJ to probe AI crimes, not regulate
US Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Department of Justice will investigate AI-related crimes but will not be a regulatory body for the technology. He accused Democrats of using the AI debate to influence the midterm elections and prefers a restrained approach to enforcement actions against AI companies.
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Politics · United StatesJD Vance Announces Suspension of 870,000 Borrowers for Suspected Fraud
Vice President JD Vance announced that approximately 870,000 borrowers suspected of pandemic-era fraud will be suspended from future federal small-business loans. These individuals are linked to an estimated $39 billion in alleged fraud, with over 80 people charged in connection with $245 million.
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Politics · United StatesDHS Secretary Claims Ilhan Omar Married Brother for Immigration
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has publicly stated that Congresswoman Ilhan Omar married her brother to facilitate his immigration to the United States. Mullin indicated that an ongoing investigation could result in Omar's deportation if illegal activity is uncovered.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTexas AG Ken Paxton distributes 7 million free eggs from antitrust settlements
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the distribution of over 7 million free eggs to food banks statewide. The eggs were obtained through settlements with three egg producers resolving antitrust claims over alleged price inflation.
United States3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 41![The Epstein Files have been a source of persistent criticism for the second administration of US President Donald Trump [File: David 'Dee' Delgado/Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/reuters_6a12dc1e-1779620894.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440)
Politics · United StatesFake GOP Convention Site Redirects to Epstein Files
A mock website designed to resemble the Republican Party's upcoming midterm convention in Dallas appeared as a top Google search result. Instead of convention details, clicking the link redirected users to the Department of Justice's website containing files on Jeffrey Epstein.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Against California Transgender Sports Policy
A federal judge dismissed a Department of Justice lawsuit challenging California's policies on transgender athletes. The judge ruled the DOJ did not give California adequate prior notice before threatening to withhold $44 billion in education funds. The DOJ is reviewing an appeal.
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Trump administration to begin excavation for Washington arch
Excavation for a planned 250-foot-tall arch in Washington, D.C. is set to begin within two weeks, the Trump administration announced. The project faces a lawsuit and criticism over its potential impact on historic sightlines.
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HealthOntario judge denies MAID bid for mental illness alone
An Ontario judge has denied a motion by Claire Brosseau seeking to apply for medical assistance in dying based solely on mental illness. Brosseau's constitutional challenge against the current law will proceed.
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ICE Officer Christian Castro Charged with False Statements in Minneapolis Shooting
ICE officer Christian Castro has been federally charged with making false statements about the January shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis in Minneapolis. Federal authorities had initially accused Sosa-Celis of assaulting an officer, but dropped charges after video evidence emerged.
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PoliticsDOJ report criticizes FBI memo targeting Catholic ideology
A Department of Justice report has sharply criticized an FBI memo that linked "radical-traditionalist Catholic ideology" to domestic violent extremism. The report found the memo to be a "grave failure" and an "abuse of power," while the FBI had initiated the investigation based on an individual with violent online posts.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Pauses Mifepristone Lawsuit Until December 1
A federal judge has paused a lawsuit aiming to overturn the FDA's approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. The case will not proceed until at least December 1, following a request from the Department of Justice.
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PoliticsSean Duffy teases fraud crackdown with DHS and DOJ
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy teased an upcoming "unprecedented fraud crackdown" on X, indicating a coordinated effort with the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice. The announcement is expected Monday.
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Politics · United StatesHonduran National Charged with Voter Registration Fraud in California
A Honduran national, Darwin Jonathan Rivera Flores, has been arrested and federally charged with two felonies in California for allegedly registering to vote while falsely claiming U.S. citizenship. Prosecutors state this is the first arrest in a broader election fraud crackdown.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineATF confirms cybersecurity incident after ransomware group claims attack
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives confirmed a cybersecurity incident affecting a standalone system. The Qilin ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the breach, which the ATF has classified as a 'major incident'. The Department of Justice also confirmed the attack.
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Politics · United StatesRFK Jr. announces autism search and rescue initiative
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new nationwide initiative to improve search-and-rescue responses for missing people with autism. The program seeks to establish an autism-specific alert system to quickly disseminate critical information.
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Politics · United StatesUS judge blocks DOJ demand for Minnesota’s full voter list
A federal judge dismissed the Department of Justice’s 2025 lawsuit against Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, ruling the demand for the state’s voter rolls amounted to a 'fishing expedition'. The case was one of 23 similar lawsuits filed by the DOJ.
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Politics · United StatesTrump DOJ drops appeal, ending 92-year tax and registration on silencers and short-barrel firearms
A federal court ruling struck down the $200 tax and registration requirements for silencers and short-barrel firearms under the 1934 National Firearms Act. The Trump administration did not appeal, allowing the change to take effect. Gun-rights groups celebrated; prevention groups warned of increased danger.
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Politics · United StatesCongressional Black Caucus demands federal review of Nolan Wells' death
The Congressional Black Caucus urged the Department of Justice to review the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, found days after disappearing on a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island. Local authorities say no crime is suspected, but Wells' family and supporters demand a federal inquiry, citing distrust in state investigations.
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Health · United StatesRFK Jr and Vance refer hospitals to DOJ over transgender treatments for minors
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Vice President JD Vance announced referrals of hospitals and clinics to the Department of Justice and HHS Inspector General over possible federal law violations. A report titled 'Wolves in White Coats' alleges $50m in miscoded billing for puberty-blocking drugs and claims facilities profited from transgender treatments for minors.
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Politics · United StatesGun Owners of America members buy unregistered suppressors after DOJ misses appeal deadline
Two members of Gun Owners of America purchased suppressors without filing Form 4 or complying with National Firearms Act registration after the Department of Justice failed to appeal a federal judge’s injunction by the 12 August 2026 deadline. The transfers mark the first unregistered suppressor sales since the NFA was enacted in 1934.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesTrump signs order to expand cyber operations against transnational crime groups
US President Donald Trump signed a national security memorandum on 12 August 2026 authorising federal law enforcement to use cyber tools against transnational criminal organisations. The order establishes a programme for private-sector companies to conduct surveillance and disruption operations under government oversight, with participating firms required to post a $1 million bond.
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Politics · United StatesFlorida Republicans Luna and Haridopolos endorse Mills challenger in GOP primary
Reps. Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos endorsed Ryan Elijah in Florida’s 7th District GOP primary, breaking with incumbent Cory Mills. Mills is under a House ethics investigation, a restraining order, and a Department of Justice criminal probe for alleged campaign finance violations and misconduct.
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