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2026-08-04 15:10:08

DOJ drops Reflecting Pool charges after Trump backlash

DOJ dropped charges against four defendants in the Reflecting Pool case after Trump criticized Jeanine Pirro for dismissing Hearn's felony, citing contractor flaws. Attorneys call it politicization, while defendants faced job loss and arrests. read more

2026-08-01 15:50:03

Pirro faces removal calls after vandalism case collapses

Jeanine Pirro faces backlash after dropping vandalism charges against Olympian David Hearn, admitting faulty installation caused the damage. Critics demand apology, removal, or disbarment for the reckless prosecution. Conservative Jennings says Hearn deserves compensation. read more

2026-07-13 10:10:09

Federal prison guards block inmate lawsuits, probe finds

Federal prison guards exploit grievance procedures to block lawsuits, using threats, destroyed paperwork, and retaliation. Less than 2% of grievances succeed, trapping victims like J.M. who faced assault and sexual abuse. The system shields staff from accountability, leaving prisoners with impossible choices. read more

2026-07-09 15:50:08

Ex-Olympian pleads not guilty in reflecting pool case

Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His attorneys decry the charge as political retaliation. Hearn claims he merely touched peeling sealant. The case follows Trump’s unsubstantiated vandalism claims. A trial is pending. read more

2026-06-02 21:10:07

Acting AG: Trump faced prison if he lost 2024

Acting AG Todd Blanche stated Trump "absolutely" would have gone to prison if he lost the 2024 election, citing pending cases. The DOJ now investigates an alleged "grand conspiracy" against Trump, while he challenges his New York conviction. read more

2026-05-27 13:20:03

Teen accused of killing stepsister on cruise awaits ruling

A judge will decide if a teen accused of murdering his stepsister on a Carnival cruise remains free. The 16-year-old faces adult charges for the sexual assault and killing, which occurred aboard the Carnival Horizon. read more

2026-05-12 22:20:08

Trump deportation campaign sabotaging criminal trials

Trump's ICE deports crime victims, witnesses, and defendants before trial, disrupting justice. Democrats say it hands criminals a "get-out-of-jail-free" card, sabotaging prosecutions and public safety. read more

2026-04-28 23:40:05

Teen faces June trial for cruise ship murder

A teen charged with sexually assaulting and murdering his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship will face trial June 1 in Miami. The 16-year-old pleaded not guilty, and the cause of death was mechanical asphyxia. read more

2026-04-06 15:40:10

Texas Double Murder Plea Deal Sparks Family Outrage

Lazerith Carrillo, 22, received a 50-year sentence via a plea deal for a 2023 Texas double murder, avoiding a capital trial. He could be eligible for parole after 25 years, leaving the victims' families devastated and feeling denied justice. read more

2026-02-13 22:00:14

ICE Officers Probed as Assault Case Unravels

The DOJ is investigating if ICE agents lied under oath, leading to dismissed assault charges against two Venezuelan men in Minnesota. This case collapse highlights issues within Trump-era deportation efforts and aggressive prosecution tactics. read more

2026-02-09 20:00:43

Ex-Cop Flew Internationally While Wanted for Murder

Former LAPD officer Clifford Proctor, charged with murder for the 2015 shooting of Brendon Glenn, took multiple international flights after his indictment. He was not arrested until over a year later due to a restricted warrant and authorities' failure to locate him. read more

2026-01-21 21:54:37

A former DEA agent was sentenced to five years for protecting drug traffickers, far less than the 15 years prosecutors sought. He was convicted on multiple corruption charges after two trials, betraying his oath to uphold the law. read more

2025-02-07 13:10:04

"Doubts Rise in Nurse Lucy Letby Baby Murder Case"

Lucy Letby's murder convictions are under scrutiny due to persistent doubts, sparking debates on public confidence in the justice system. The complex case challenges lay juries' ability to grasp intricate medical evidence. The need for fair trials and expert witnesses is highlighted. read more

2025-01-14 01:10:03

Special Counsel Criticizes Biden's Interference in Son's Cases

Special counsel David Weiss reports that President Biden's criticism of the prosecution of his son Hunter undermines the justice system, stating the cases were prosecuted lawfully. Biden had previously pardoned Hunter, leading to accusations of unfairness and undermining confidence in the justice system. read more