DOJ Admits Systemic Court Order Violations in Immigration Cases
#DOJ #ImmigrationCrisisDOJ lawyers in New Jersey admitted ignoring about 50 court orders in immigration cases, citing overwhelming workloads from Trump's deportation push. Violations included missed deadlines and improper detainee transfers, highlighting systemic chaos. read more
DOJ Moves to Dismiss Bannon Conviction
#SteveBannon #DOJTrump's DOJ seeks to dismiss Steve Bannon's contempt conviction for defying the Jan. 6 committee subpoena, despite his served four-month sentence. The motion argues the committee was unlawfully composed, potentially erasing his conviction. read more
Justice Department Challenges Judge, Sparks Constitutional Crisis Over Deportation Order
#DOJ #courtrespectThe Justice Department filed a motion asking a federal judge to be "more respectful" after ordering a halt to deportations of Venezuelans to El Salvador, asserting the court has no authority in the matter. The move sparked controversy and a call for the judge's impeachment. read more
Christopher O'Leary Compares Trump to Hussein, Criticizes DOJ Investigations
#Trump #DOJFormer FBI counterterrorism specialist compares Trump's enemies list and investigative threats to Saddam Hussein's tactics, as Trump claims post-election 'mandate' for probing Democrats. Trump's Justice Department speech targets adversaries, including media outlets, while criticizing DOJ's past actions and pushing for investigations against his perceived enemies. read more
Justice Department Lawyer Fired for Refusing to Reinstate Mel Gibson's Gun Rights
#DOJ #MelGibsonDOJ lawyer dismissed for refusing to reinstate gun rights for Trump ally Mel Gibson, despite past domestic violence conviction. Trump officials pressured her to include Gibson due to personal relationship with Trump. Lawyer argued against it, leading to her dismissal. read more
Senior Justice Department Official Resigns Over Toxic Work Environment
#DOJ #resignationA senior Department of Justice official, Joshua Stueve, resigns due to a toxic work environment within the agency, citing lack of trust and value from leadership. Stueve served in administrations of both parties and expressed pride in his 23 years of public service. read more
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Defends Against Prosecutors Seeking Dismissal
#DOJ #EricAdamsDOJ officials defend alleged quid pro quo with NYC Mayor Eric Adams in federal court as prosecutors seek to dismiss bribery charges. Flood of controversies as Trump's involvement surfaces. Mayor denies allegations, awaiting judge's decision. read more
Controversy Surrounds DOJ's Handling of Mayor Adams' Criminal Case
#DOJ #EricAdamsThe No. 2 official at the Justice Department, Emil Bove, pressured federal prosecutors to drop the criminal case against Eric Adams, the New York City Mayor, leading to resignations. Questions arise as to why Bove didn't sign the motion himself. read more
Trump administration cancels Justice Department’s prestigious Honors Program
#Trump #DOJThe Trump administration abruptly cancels the DOJ program for hiring young lawyers from top colleges, revoking recent job offers without explanation. Emails cited a federal hiring freeze as the reason, leaving uncertainty about the number affected and the program's future. read more
Department of Justice Accuses Walgreens of Fueling Opioid Crisis
#DOJ #opioidcrisisThe Department of Justice accuses Walgreens of driving the opioid crisis by filling invalid prescriptions. The lawsuit states that Walgreens ignored red flags and pushed pharmacists to quickly fill orders, leading to unnecessary deaths. Walgreens has already paid millions in opioid settlements. read more
DOJ Lawyers Weigh Departure Amid Trump Loyalty Concerns
#DOJ #TrumployalistsLawyers at the Department of Justice are considering fleeing the agency as Trump loyalists prepare to take control, sparking panic among staff. Trump's negative attitude towards the Justice Department and his threats of transforming it have fueled fears of a partisan takeover. read more
DOJ Considers "Winding Down" Federal Cases Against President-Elect Trump
#DOJ #TrumpcasesThe DOJ is reportedly planning to end federal criminal cases against President-Elect Trump before he resumes office, adhering to the policy not to prosecute sitting presidents. The cases may be paused or dropped during his second term, causing varied reactions. . read more
US Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against TikTok Over Child Data
#DoJ #TikTokPrivacyThe US Justice Department sues TikTok for allegedly collecting children's data in violation of privacy laws. The lawsuit accuses TikTok of permitting children to create accounts and collecting personal information without parental consent. President Joe Biden signed a bill to potentially ban TikTok if not sold within a year. read more
#DOJ #SexualHarassment
Ohio landlord Joseph Pedaline settles DOJ lawsuit for nearly $200,000 due to sexual harassment of female tenants, including unwelcome advances and discriminatory actions. Pedaline and LLC face penalties and credit repair for affected tenants. read more