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- 1DOJ responds to lawsuit over White House media ban●DOJ responds to suit over WH media ban; legal expert unpacks response
The Department of Justice has filed its response to a lawsuit challenging the White House's ban on certain media outlets, and a legal expert has broken down the government's arguments. The case is drawing wide attention as it tests press access to the White House and the limits of executive control over which journalists can cover the president.
- 2Federal judge threatens DOJ with contempt over Epstein files●NEW: A federal judge just told Trump's AG: release the Epstein files or face CONTEMPT charges. Judge Sullivan's order sa
A federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to explain its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, warning Attorney General Pam Bondi's department that contempt charges could follow if it does not comply. The order stops short of holding anyone in contempt, calling that step 'premature' for now, but puts the DOJ on notice that further delay could trigger legal consequences as pressure to unseal the documents continues to build.
- 3Clinic owner stole millions from military health program, DOJ says●Clinic owner stole millions from military health program to buy luxuries like gold-plated Cybertruck, DOJ says
Federal prosecutors say the owner of a medical clinic defrauded a military health program of millions of dollars, then spent the proceeds on luxury purchases including a gold-plated Cybertruck. The Justice Department announced the case this week, drawing widespread attention for the extravagant spending allegedly funded by stolen taxpayer-backed healthcare funds. Charges and potential prison time were disclosed in the announcement.
- 4Over 220 Texas Prison Employees Arrested on Contraband Charges●Featured story, from Michelle Pitcher: Since 2020, at least 220 TDCJ employees have been arrested on contraband-related
The Texas Observer reports that since 2020, at least 220 Texas Department of Criminal Justice employees have been arrested on contraband-related charges. The alleged offenses include drug possession, bringing prohibited substances into correctional facilities, organized criminal activity, and bribery. The story, by Michelle Pitcher, highlights ongoing problems with contraband smuggling inside Texas prisons and the involvement of prison staff.
- 5DOJ orders Rhode Island's top election official to preserve 2024 voter records●DOJ orders R.I. Secretary of State Amore to preserve 2024 election records containing private voter information
The Department of Justice has ordered Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore to preserve 2024 election records that contain private voter information. The directive ensures the materials, which include sensitive personal data of voters, remain intact, likely for an ongoing review or investigation. The order puts Rhode Island's election administration under federal scrutiny.