Ali Rogin

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to appear before a Senate panel for his confirmation hearing. His career has been marked by controversial decisions including investigations, indictments, and the Epstein files rollout. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin is following his path to the top law enforcement position.

The Trump administration has fired more immigration judges as it reshapes the court system overseeing deportations. The judges, required to answer to the administration whose policies they adjudicate, describe the actions as 'disheartening'.

The Trump administration is rolling back gun restrictions aimed at public safety, following President Trump's pledge to expand Second Amendment rights. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin discussed these efforts with Chip Brownlee from The Trace, who covers federal gun policy.

Nine protesters received long prison sentences after being accused of Antifa membership by the Justice Department. They were arrested following a demonstration outside a Texas migrant detention facility where a police officer was shot.

Justice Department officials appointed by President Trump have implemented sweeping changes, redefined key divisions, and challenged legal norms. Thousands of career lawyers have resigned or been fired under this administration.

Students in Gaza continue to seek education despite ongoing conflict, with classes held in tents and damaged buildings following years of war and displacement. Thousands of children have been killed in Israeli strikes that followed the Hamas assault on Oct. 7.

The U.S. is striking targets in Iran following missile launches that targeted American bases in the region. President Trump stated the U.S. has been assisting stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz to assert control over the waterway.

Israel and Iran exchanged long-range missile strikes for the first time since a two-month ceasefire began, raising fears of renewed combat. Trump and regional mediators are attempting to salvage a deal to end the war with Iran.

The U.S. and Iran are at an impasse over ceasefire negotiations, while Israel's military action in Lebanon has effectively broken the ceasefire with Hezbollah. Conflicting signals from the U.S. and Iran indicate stalled progress toward extending the ceasefire and addressing the war.

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation during a closed-door interview with lawmakers. She stated the department's commitment to securing justice for Epstein's victims but refused to answer questions about President Trump.