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Politics · United StatesDOJ moves to dismiss lawsuit over California ballots
The U.S. Department of Justice has asked a court to dismiss its lawsuit that aimed to stop California from counting approximately 20,000 ballots. The department had alleged these ballots were sent to noncitizens and sought to verify their immigration status.
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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 StatesKansas Postal Worker Indicted for Stealing 4,404 Pieces of Mail
A federal grand jury has indicted Kelly R. Cram, a Kansas postal worker, on charges of mail theft. She is accused of stealing 4,404 pieces of mail, including hundreds of Republican political mailers, from the Pittsburg, Kansas area.
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Politics · United StatesEx-FBI Chief Sues DOJ Over Broadview Six Case
Former FBI Chicago head Douglas DePodesta is suing the U.S. Attorney General, U.S. Attorney for Northern Illinois, and FBI director. He alleges he was forced to resign and scapegoated for failed immigration prosecutions, specifically the Broadview Six case.
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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 StatesJustice Department warns election officials on records
The Justice Department has sent letters to election officials in all 50 states warning them of potential criminal prosecution for failing to preserve election records for 22 months. The letters, dated October 29, were signed by Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter.
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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 StatesComey Lawyers Seek to Block Justice Department Prosecution
Lawyers for former FBI Director James Comey are asking a federal judge to halt a third criminal case against him. The Justice Department filed the charges using a 'criminal information' instead of a grand jury, a move Comey's team calls legally invalid.
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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.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats Demand End to Ilhan Omar Investigation
175 House Democrats have sent a letter to federal officials demanding an end to the investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration history. They argue the probe is a partisan attack and an attempt to influence her re-election bid.
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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 StatesDemocrats want special counsel for Trump-Epstein ties
Democratic lawmakers have called for a special counsel to investigate Donald Trump's alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein. A new report details accusations against Trump and claims the DOJ sought to protect him.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats allege Trump involvement in Epstein files
House Judiciary Committee Democrats have released a 50-page report alleging Donald Trump's involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case and a government cover-up. The report claims there is enough evidence to warrant a criminal investigation into the former president.
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Politics · United StatesJudge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over Utah voter data
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice seeking access to Utah's private voter information. The ruling marks the 27th consecutive loss for the DOJ in similar cases, according to Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ Investigates CT Cities for Firearm Permit Delays
The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into Middletown and Waterbury, Connecticut, for alleged firearm permit abuses. The probe aims to determine if authorities are unnecessarily delaying or denying permits to law-abiding citizens.
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Blanche: DOJ could intervene in election certification 'doomsday' scenarios
Attorney General Todd Blanche has not ruled out the Justice Department intervening to prevent states from certifying election results, describing potential scenarios as 'doomsday' situations. He stated such actions are not the department's intention but acknowledged hypothetical circumstances could lead to intervention.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ Investigates Corey Lewandowski for DHS Contract Misconduct
Federal prosecutors are investigating allegations of contract misconduct at the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on the role of Corey Lewandowski. The investigation stems from a criminal referral by the DHS Inspector General.
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