Grand Jury
Coverage of Grand Jury in the Nexus archive.
- Judge rejects Justice Department’s attempt to obtain names of 2020 election workers in Georgia
A US District Judge rejected the Justice Department’s attempt to obtain names of 2020 election workers in Georgia using a grand jury, ruling that the DOJ cannot misuse grand jury procedures for its own purposes.
- Former Travis County tax office employees indicted for alleged fraud scheme
Two former Travis County tax office employees and an outside coordinator were indicted for engaging in an organized criminal activity. The grand jury charged them with fraud related to an alleged scheme.
- Mom who said her toddlers died after vaccinations charged with murder
Andrea Shaw was indicted by a grand jury on two counts of first-degree murder for allegedly suffocating her 18-month-old twins. The case involves accusations that she killed her children, contrary to her initial claim that they died after vaccinations.
- Louisiana: Republican attorney general indicted on criminal charges
Louisiana's attorney general, Liz Murrill, was indicted by a grand jury in New Orleans for allegedly intimidating officials who opposed a law to overhaul local courts. She threatened eight officials, including Mayor Helena Moreno and District Attorney Jason Williams, with removal from their jobs.
- A grand jury indicts Louisiana's attorney general in a fight over changes to the local courts
Louisiana's attorney general was indicted by a grand jury in New Orleans on criminal charges for attempting to intimidate local officials opposing a law to overhaul the local courts.
- Grand jury indicts GOP Louisiana Attorney General Murrill on intimidation charges, Gov. Landry promises immediate pardon
A grand jury has indicted Louisiana Attorney General Murrill on intimidation charges. Governor Landry has pledged to pardon him immediately.
- US Olympian indicted after Trump alleged ‘vandalism’ at DC reflecting pool
David Hearn, a three-time US Olympian and canoeist, was indicted by a Washington DC grand jury for damaging the reflecting pool after a renovation project. Donald Trump had accused vandals of the damage, and Hearn's lawyers denied the allegations, accusing the Trump administration of criminalizing ordinary conduct.
- Former Olympian indicted by a grand jury for reaching into reflecting pool after Trump threatened YEARS in jail for vandalism
A former Olympian was indicted by a grand jury for reaching into a reflecting pool. Trump threatened years in jail for vandalism.
- Jury indicts 2 men in connection to Hopaka Street shooting
Two men were indicted by an Oahu grand jury in connection to the Hopaka Street shooting, where a man was hospitalized.
- Man accused of firing into random cars in Charlotte was released from jail days prior
Jarod Starks, on post-release supervision after being released from prison in February 2026, was arrested in May 2023 for stealing a car and later accused of firing into random vehicles in Charlotte. He was released on June 16 but re-arrested after a standoff with police, facing charges including felony assault with a firearm on a government official.
- Justice Department withdraws subpoenas that sought reporters' grand jury testimony, sources say
The Justice Department issued and then withdrew subpoenas targeting reporters from The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal, part of a crackdown on media leaks. The subpoenas, which sought grand jury testimony, were rescinded, though the reason remains unclear. Critics condemned the move as a threat to press freedom, while the DOJ emphasized its commitment to investigating national security breaches.
- Justice Department withdraws subpoenas that sought reporters’ grand jury testimony, sources say
The Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas that sought to compel reporters at The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal to testify before a grand jury.
- Federal prosecutors in Chicago forced to drop another case due to misconduct
Federal prosecutors in Chicago dropped a case after discovering improper communication between one of their lawyers and a grand jury. This incident marks another setback for the U.S. Attorney's office.
- Jury selection begins in trial of former Tenn. Titans scout accused of killing girlfriend, unborn baby
The trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning his girlfriend Jade Benning with cocaine, leading to her death and that of their unborn baby in 2023, is set to begin with jury selection. Taylor faces two counts of first-degree murder and was indicted in March 2024 after a grand jury review, having posted a $2.5 million bond in April 2024.
- Grand jury indicts man suspected in connection with fatal Honolulu shooting
A grand jury in Oahu has indicted a man suspected of involvement in a fatal shooting that occurred in the Ala Moana area of Honolulu.
- Timothy Busfield asks for child sex abuse indictment to be thrown out citing prosecution's presentation to grand jury
Timothy Busfield is requesting that a child sex abuse indictment against him be dismissed, citing the prosecution's presentation to the grand jury as grounds for the motion.
- Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes dismissed a criminal case alleging efforts to overturn the 2020 election results through fake electors but plans to seek a new indictment. The case involves Mark Meadows, Rudy Giuliani, and others, and was dismissed due to legal deadlines but may be refiled with a new grand jury presentation.
- Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is dismissing a criminal case alleging former President Donald Trump’s associates attempted to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state via a fake elector scheme. The case, which targets 18 defendants including Mark Meadows and Rudy Giuliani, will be refiled with a grand jury to meet procedural deadlines after a legal challenge over a law’s interpretation.
- Breaking down the powers of a grand jury as DOJ allegedly investigates Gavin Newsom
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife are alleged to be under investigation by the Justice Department, which has not commented on the claim. The article discusses the powers of a federal grand jury.
- L.A. Zoo, tattered and losing members, needs private steward, grand jury finds
The Los Angeles Zoo is described as tattered and losing members, with a grand jury recommending a public-private partnership to ensure its survival.
- Ohio police chief arrested in Florida after grand jury hands down 70-count child sex indictment
An Ohio police chief was arrested in Florida following a grand jury's 70-count child sex indictment. If convicted, the individual faces a maximum of 280 years in prison.
- Opinion: A prosecutor rigged a grand jury in Chicago. In California, she’d have been caught
A prosecutor in Chicago rigged a grand jury, and a former San Francisco DA highlights that California's legal safeguards would have prevented such an action. The article contrasts the legal systems in Chicago and California regarding grand jury protections.
- 'Broadview Six' grand jury fallout expands; federal prosecutors could be called to testify
The 'Broadview Six' case grand jury fallout is expanding, with federal prosecutors potentially being called to testify. This development was reported by the ABC7 Chicago I-Team.
- Arizona AG will seek to revive 2020 ‘fake elector’ case
The Arizona attorney general’s office will seek fresh indictments against a group of so-called 'fake electors' after the state’s highest court refused to revive the 2020 election subversion case. Attorney General Kris Mayes's office will return the case to the grand jury.
- Arizona Supreme Court denies prosecutor appeal against sending fake elector case back to grand jury
The Arizona Supreme Court denied a prosecutor's appeal to retain jurisdiction over a fake elector case, sending it back to a grand jury. This case is one of three remaining criminal matters linked to efforts by President Donald Trump's supporters to overturn the 2020 election results in Arizona.
- Ex-FirstEnergy executives reindicted in Ohio in $60 million corruption scheme
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced that two ex-FirstEnergy Corp. executives have been reindicted in a $60 million corruption scheme. The initial prosecutions ended in a mistrial earlier this year.
- Arizona Supreme Court denies prosecutor appeal against sending fake elector case back to grand jury
The Arizona Supreme Court denied a prosecutor’s appeal seeking to overturn an order that sent a fake elector case involving Mark Meadows, Rudy Giuliani, and others back to a grand jury. The case relates to actions during the 2020 presidential election.
- Arizona Supreme Court denies prosecutor appeal against sending fake elector case back to grand jury
The Arizona Supreme Court denied a prosecutor's appeal to send a fake elector case related to the 2020 presidential election back to a grand jury.
- Arizona Supreme Court rejects prosecutor’s appeal, ensuring fake elector case goes back to the grand jury
The Arizona Supreme Court rejected a prosecutor’s appeal, sending a fake elector case back to the grand jury. This decision ensures the case will proceed through the grand jury process.
- Chicago US attorney defends his meddling with grand jury process over immigration protest case
The Chicago US attorney admitted to personally influencing a grand jury before indicting protesters who opposed the Trump administration's immigration sweeps. A petition for a special prosecutor in the Operation Midway Blitz investigation was denied.
- Chicago US attorney defends his meddling with grand jury process over immigration protest case
The Chicago US attorney is defending his appearance before a grand jury that returned an indictment against critics of the Trump administration’s immigration sweeps. The top federal prosecutor in Chicago is involved in the case.
- Chicago's US Attorney releases rare special report about his contact with 'Broadview Six' grand jury
Chicago's US Attorney Boutros released a rare special report detailing his contact with the 'Broadview Six' grand jury. He stated he advised jurors on their constitutional role and intends to address more grand juries in the Northern District.
- Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect indicted by a grand jury on 4 counts
Cole Tomas Allen has been indicted by a grand jury on four counts, including attempted assassination of the president. The indictment is related to a shooting incident at the Correspondents' dinner. Allen faces serious charges.
- Schiff: DOJ prosecuting Comey because Blanche ‘wants to keep this job’
Sen. Adam Schiff accused the DOJ of prosecuting James Comey to secure a grand jury indictment, claiming acting Attorney General Todd Blanche sought the move to retain his position. Schiff made the remarks during an interview on NBC’s 'Meet the Press.'
- James Comey makes first court appearance for charges in connection with social media post
Former FBI Director James Comey made his first court appearance in Virginia for charges related to a social media post that allegedly threatened President Trump. A grand jury indicted him following the post made last year, as reported by CBS News.
- '8647' got James Comey indicted. What exactly does it mean?
James Comey was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly threatening Donald Trump's life through a post featuring seashells arranged as '8647'. The number references Trump as the 47th president and the ambiguous meaning of '86', which could imply multiple interpretations.
- House Republican on Comey indictment ‘There’s something called dangerous speak’
Rep. Dan Meuser (R-Pa.) criticized former FBI Director James Comey after a grand jury indicted him in a new case brought by the Department of Justice. The indictment stems from a social media post Comey made last year involving seashells, marking the second time DOJ has sought to prosecute him.
- Blanche denies that Trump directed Comey prosecution: "Of course not"
A grand jury indicted James Comey, alleging an Instagram post with '86 47' in seashells was a threat to assassinate Donald Trump. Blanche denied that Trump directed Comey's prosecution, stating 'Of course not.'
- James Comey indicted again, this time over seashell Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted again by a grand jury over a controversial Instagram post from last year, which President Trump claimed was a threat against him.
- Southern Poverty Law Center: Informant program was not kept secret
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) denied federal government claims that it concealed details about its paid informant program in court filings, following a grand jury indictment. The SPLC submitted motions to a federal court to refute allegations by acting U.S. Attorney General Todd.