Tag: justice_department
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Vercel Inc. Admits Wrongdoing, Pays Costs in Search Warrant Contempt Case
Vercel Inc. admitted failing to comply with a federal search warrant, leading to civil contempt proceedings. The tech company will pay government costs and has updated its data retrieval tools after initially withholding evidence.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalCybercrime Vercel Inc.Search WarrantCivil ContemptFBI OmahaJustice DepartmentElectronic Communications Privacy ActFBI
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Reports on Trump's AI Stance, FISA, EEOC, and Iran Policy
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board reports on President Trump's stance on AI, calls for FISA action, details Justice Department directives to the EEOC, and notes Trump's Iran policy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyArtificial IntelligenceEducationElection Donald TrumpAnthropicFISAIranJustice DepartmentEEOCWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Media Monitor: Five Arrested in Plot to Attack UFC Event
The Washington Post is reporting that five individuals have been arrested and charged by the Justice Department for allegedly plotting to attack a UFC event at the White House.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentConflictSportFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues UFCWhite HousePlotArrestsJustice DepartmentCaliforniaCrimeThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: California Gov. Newsom and Wife Under Justice Department Investigation
The Washington Post is reporting that California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, are under investigation by the Justice Department, with Newsom accusing President Donald Trump of weaponizing the agency.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalDemocratic Party Gavin NewsomJennifer Siebel NewsomJustice DepartmentDonald TrumpCaliforniaInvestigationPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Former Kokomo Police Officer Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Minor, Obstruction
Former Kokomo Police officer Sinmi Asomuyidem was convicted by a federal jury for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old, lying to police, and destroying evidence. He faces life in prison for betraying public trust and abusing his authority.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Sinmi AsomuyidemKokomo Police DepartmentSexual AssaultIndianapolisFBIPolice MisconductJustice Department
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Media Monitor: Justice Department Approves Major Media Merger
The Washington Post reports the Justice Department approved Paramount Skydance's $110 billion deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, a merger set to reshape Hollywood and the television news landscape.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentMediaEntertainmentFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsFilm and TVGeneral Politics Paramount SkydanceWarner Bros. DiscoveryJustice DepartmentMergerAntitrustHollywoodMedia IndustryThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Trump Nominates Jay Clayton as DNI
USA TODAY reports President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chair and current Justice Department official, as Director of National Intelligence amid unspecified backlash.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsWhite HouseLegal Donald J TrumpJay ClaytonDirector of National IntelligenceSecurities and Exchange CommissionJustice DepartmentSouthern District of New YorkPulteUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Trump Nominates Todd Blanche for Attorney General
The Washington Post is reporting that President Donald J Trump has formally nominated Todd Blanche as attorney general, setting up a potentially contentious Senate confirmation.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressWhite House Todd BlancheAttorney GeneralDonald J TrumpJustice DepartmentSenate confirmationPoliticsGovernmentThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Justice Department Halts Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund
USA TODAY reports that Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the Justice Department will not proceed with President Donald Trump's nearly $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund'.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomy Donald TrumpJustice DepartmentTodd BlancheAnti-weaponization fundPolitical fundingUSA TODAY
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Justice Department Charges 15 in $90 Million Minnesota Medicaid Fraud Takedown, Expands Anti-Fraud Efforts
The Justice Department has charged 15 defendants in Minnesota for over $90 million in Medicaid and child care fraud, including the largest autism fraud bust. This takedown coincides with a major expansion of federal anti-fraud resources nationwide.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalEducationSocial IssuesMedical Science Medicaid fraudHealth Care FraudMinnesotaJustice DepartmentAutismChild careFraud TakedownFBI
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on Iran talks, U.S. primaries, FIFA rosters, and Ebola outbreak
USA TODAY is reporting on Iran halting indirect talks with the U.S., a busy slate of primary elections across several states, the upcoming FIFA World Cup roster announcements, and a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak.
SportPolitics and GovernmentHealthWorldElectionGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMedical ScienceEmployment and Labor IranElectionsFIFA World CupEbolaSportsJustice DepartmentUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on DOJ Halting Trump-Era Fund, Primary Elections, Middle East Ceasefire, and Health Claims
NPR is reporting the Justice Department will abide by a court order pausing a Trump administration fund, details primary elections across six states, and covers a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. It also examines the health claims of bovine…
Politics and GovernmentHealthConflictBusinessGeneral PoliticsElectionMedical ScienceMiddle EastArtificial Intelligence Justice DepartmentTrump administrationPrimary electionsMiddle East conflictBovine colostrumSerena WilliamsNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Media Monitor: Justice Department to Abide by Order Blocking Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund
USA TODAY reports the Justice Department will comply with a federal judge's temporary order, blocking President Donald J Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalGeneral PoliticsEconomy Justice DepartmentDonald J TrumpFederal judgeAnti-weaponization fundLegal proceedingsUSA TODAYJudicial order
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Media Monitor: Justice Department pauses Trump payout fund
The Washington Post is reporting the Justice Department will obey a court order pausing a nearly $1.8 billion fund, potentially signaling a broader pullback for the Trump administration's payout initiative.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomyRepublican Party Justice DepartmentTrump administrationPayout fundCourt orderRepublicansGovernmentLaw, Government & PoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Judge Blocks Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Newsweek reports a federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's "$1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund," created by his Justice Department to settle his IRS lawsuit.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentElectionEconomyAsia Donald TrumpAnti-Weaponization FundJustice DepartmentIRSFederal JudgeLawsuitU.S. PoliticsNewsweek
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Justice Department Recovers Over $6 Million in Additional 1MDB Funds
The Justice Department has recovered over $6 million in additional funds linked to the 1MDB Malaysian sovereign wealth fund scheme, including a luxury New York apartment and rental income.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldLegalEconomyFederal GovernmentBankingGeneral Politics Justice Department1MDBMoney LaunderingCivil ForfeitureNew YorkJho LowMalaysiaFBI
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Media Monitor: Judge Blocks Trump Administration Payout Fund
The Washington Post reports a federal judge in Virginia temporarily halted the Trump administration's $1.8 billion payout fund, blocking money transfers and claims processing until at least June 12.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegal Federal judgeVirginiaTrump administrationPayout fundJustice DepartmentLegal actionGovernmentThe Washington Post
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Former Texas Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Inmate Assault Conspiracy
Former Texas correctional officer Samuel Thomas pleaded guilty to a civil rights violation for conspiring to assault an inmate. He admitted to facilitating the attack in retaliation for an earlier incident, facing up to ten years in prison.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Samuel ThomasCivil Rights ViolationTexas Department of Criminal JusticeInmate AssaultRusk, TexasJustice DepartmentFBI DallasFBI
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Media Monitor: DOJ Probes Nonprofit Funding E. Jean Carroll's Lawsuit Against Trump
The Washington Post reports the Justice Department is investigating a Democratic-allied nonprofit that helped fund E. Jean Carroll's lawsuit against President Donald Trump, focusing on Carroll's deposition statements.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Justice DepartmentE. Jean CarrollDonald TrumpNonprofit organizationCivil lawsuitDepositionPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Georgian Citizen Sentenced for International Medicare Fraud Money Laundering
Irakli Nakashidze, a Georgian citizen, received a 37-month prison sentence for laundering over $1.1 million from a $179 million Medicare fraud scheme. His sham company billed for unprovided medical supplies, funneling proceeds internationally.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalEconomyMedical Science Irakli NakashidzeMoney LaunderingHealthcare FraudMedicareMiamiGeorgiaJustice DepartmentFBI
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Media Monitor: Federal Judge Dismisses Charges Against Man Who Fought Deportation
USA TODAY reports a federal judge dismissed criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, finding the Justice Department pursued the case only after he successfully challenged his deportation.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Kilmar Abrego GarciaJustice DepartmentFederal JudgeDeportationCriminal ChargesUSA TODAYLegal System
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Media Monitor: Trump Tax Audits Halted; Obama-Castro Photo Resurfaces Amid Indictment
PolitiFact reports a controversial settlement permanently halts President Donald Trump's tax audits. It also covers the resurfacing of an Obama-Raúl Castro photo after Castro's indictment, sparking debate on Cuba policies.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalLatin AmericaSocial Issues Donald TrumpIRSTax AuditsRaúl CastroBarack ObamaCubaJustice DepartmentPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Poland Troop Deployment, DOJ Fund Challenge, and Ebola Travel Screenings
Newsweek reports on President Trump's plan to send troops to Poland, challenges to a DOJ anti-weaponization fund, new Ebola travel screenings, and Stephen Colbert's final 'Late Show' broadcast.
Politics and GovernmentWorldEntertainmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEuropeMedical ScienceFilm and TV U.S. PoliticsPolandEbola OutbreakJustice DepartmentStephen ColbertJeffrey EpsteinDrought ConditionsNewsweek
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Marina del Rey Woman Charged with Paying Homeless Individuals to Register to Vote
A Marina del Rey woman faces federal charges for paying individuals, including homeless people on Skid Row, to register to vote. She has agreed to plead guilty, with the Justice Department emphasizing election integrity.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsElectionLegalSocial Issues Brenda Lee Brown ArmstrongSkid RowVoter RegistrationElection FraudLos AngelesJustice DepartmentCivil RightsFBI
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Media Monitor: Trump's IRS Deal Includes Bar on Past Tax Claims
The Washington Post reports an addendum to President Donald Trump's deal with the IRS, signed by acting attorney general Todd Blanche, bars the agency from pursuing past tax claims against Trump, his family, or his businesses.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyLegal Donald TrumpIRSJustice DepartmentTodd BlancheTaxationLegal agreementAnti-weaponization fundThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Justice Department finds Yale medical school discriminated in admissions
The Washington Post is reporting that a Justice Department investigation concluded Yale School of Medicine discriminated based on race in its admissions, favoring Black and Hispanic applicants.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthFederal GovernmentLegalEducationSocial Issues Justice DepartmentYale School of MedicineAdmissionsRacial DiscriminationHigher EducationConnecticutThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: NFL Streaming Future Sparks Media and Political Fight, Trump Criticizes Female Reporters, and WHCA Dinner Faces Calls for Change
Poynter reports on the NFL's streaming future becoming a major media and political fight, with the Justice Department investigating and President Trump and Rupert Murdoch weighing in. It also covers Trump's criticism of female reporters and calls for changes to…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVWhite House National Football LeagueStreamingDonald TrumpJustice DepartmentRupert MurdochJournalismWhite House Correspondents' Association DinnerPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Judge Denies Request to Return Fulton County Ballots Seized by FBI
The Washington Post reports a judge has denied a request by local officials to return 2020 election ballots seized by the FBI from Fulton County, Georgia, allowing the Justice Department inquiry to proceed.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalElection Law, Gov't & PoliticsDonald TrumpJoe BidenFulton CountyJustice DepartmentElectionsGeorgiaThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Justice Department Probes Virginia Prosecutor Over Immigrant Cases
The Washington Post is reporting that the Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano regarding his handling of criminal defendants who are in the country illegally.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegal Justice DepartmentSteve DescanoFairfax CountyImmigrationCivil RightsPoliticsLawThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Justice Department Drops Appeal in Federal Reserve Subpoena Case
The Washington Post is reporting that the Justice Department has abandoned its plan to appeal a court ruling that quashed subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve during a politically sensitive investigation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingLegal Justice DepartmentFederal ReserveJeanine PirroSubpoenasLaw & GovernmentFinancial RegulationThe Washington Post