Eastern District of Virginia

The Justice Department confirmed the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund will not continue, according to a court filing. The DOJ also requested the court reject a challenge from a former federal prosecutor and others.

President Donald Trump's $1.77 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund faces opposition from Republicans and Democrats, with reports indicating he may abandon it to advance a $72 billion immigration enforcement funding package. The fund has drawn legal challenges, including from police officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, while the Department of Justice defends the fund but complies with a court order halting its implementation.

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's 'anti-weaponization fund,' which aims to pay individuals claiming wrongdoing by past administrations. The block follows a lawsuit alleging the fund violates constitutional rights and congressional authority, with a hearing scheduled for June 12.

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's 'anti-weaponization fund', which opponents argue could pay political allies. The fund, created via a settlement over leaked tax returns, is challenged in a lawsuit alleging constitutional violations. A hearing is set for June 12 to address the block.

Former CIA officer David Rush has been charged with theft of public money for allegedly lying about his credentials, according to a complaint filed in the Eastern District of Virginia.

Two Chinese nationals, Ruhuan Zhen and Hongce Wu, were indicted by the US Justice Department for allegedly laundering money for major drug cartels including the Sinaloa Cartel and CJNG. The suspects remain at large and are accused of hiding the source of illegally obtained funds on behalf of various cross-border criminal groups.

Two Chinese nationals, Ruhuan Zhen and Hongce Wu, have been indicted in Virginia's Eastern District for allegedly conspiring to launder money for major transnational criminal organizations, including the Sinaloa Cartel and CJNG. The charges target their involvement in a transnational money laundering operation connected to drug trafficking cartels.

Arlington County Police Detective John Bamford has been named the 2026 Hometown Hero Award recipient for the Eastern District of Virginia. This recognition honors his outstanding contributions and service to his community.

Former FBI director James Comey surrendered to authorities after being indicted by the Department of Justice for a social media post featuring seashells arranged into the numbers '86 47,' which the DoJ deemed a threat against Donald Trump. The numbers '86' and '47' are interpreted as shorthand for removing something and referencing Trump's presidency as the 47th president.