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Department of Justice
MediaBias News has published 27 stories involving Department of Justice, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
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.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 20
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.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
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.
United States3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
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.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
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.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 68
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.
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
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.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
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.
United States3 min readTrust 78 · Craft 65 · Hype 35- Politics · United States
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.
United States3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 55 · Hype 15 
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.
2 min readTrust 55 · Craft 55 · Hype 15- Conflict & Security · United States
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.
United States3 min readTrust 80 · Craft 65 · Hype 15 
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.
3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
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.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 20
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.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 60 · Hype 40
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.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 60
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.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
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.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
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.
United States3 min readTrust 54 · Craft 59 · Hype 15
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.
United States4 min readTrust 54 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
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.
United States5 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
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.
United States4 min readTrust 40 · Craft 55 · Hype 75
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.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 70
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.
United States4 min readTrust 82 · Craft 68 · Hype 20
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.
United States4 min readTrust 56 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
