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Jack Smith, who brought criminal charges against Donald Trump, has been invited to testify Sept. 22 before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The invitation follows months of scrutiny into Smith's investigations, including obtaining text messages from 44 members of Congress and subpoenas for private communications. The committee aims to address Smith's actions during his tenure as special counsel.

Democratic lawmakers on the House Judiciary Committee criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for not fulfilling a pledge to provide officers with body cameras. They sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and acting ICE Director David Venturella demanding answers.

Recordings of Biden working with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer on his 2017 memoir were released after a two-year court battle. The tapes, heavily redacted, show Biden discussing classified materials during a conversation with Zwonitzer.

Biden's attorneys ended their legal battle to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts from his 2016-2017 interviews with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer, obtained during Robert Hur's classified documents investigation. A judge accepted the dismissal, allowing the Department of Justice to release the materials to the House Judiciary Committee. The Heritage Foundation had sought the materials through FOIA requests, arguing public interest in the materials used for Hur's decision.

Jack Smith, a former Biden administration special counsel, was referred to the DOJ for potential prosecution after omitting material information about obtaining text messages of 44 Congress members through the National Archives instead of a search warrant during a congressional deposition. The referral stems from allegations of violating 18 U.S.C. § 1001 by providing incomplete testimony.

A House Republican leader claims Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump, may have lied to Congress about accessing lawmakers' text messages and referred him for possible prosecution. Smith's lawyers deny the allegations, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful and that the referral misrepresents the scope of his answers.

Rep. Jim Jordan referred Jack Smith to the Justice Department over allegations that Smith provided false testimony about accessing lawmakers' text message content during his investigation of President Donald Trump. Smith's lawyers denied the claims, stating his responses were truthful and focused on toll records, which do not include message content.

Rep. Jim Jordan accused special counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress about obtaining lawmakers' text message contents during a Trump probe and referred him to the Justice Department for possible prosecution. Smith's lawyers denied the allegations, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful, while Jordan argued the responses were misleading based on newly released records showing Smith accessed 44 lawmakers' text messages.

A House Republican lawmaker referred special counsel Jack Smith to the Justice Department over allegations of false testimony regarding access to lawmakers' text messages during a Trump investigation. Smith's lawyers deny the claims, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful and not misleading.

Rep. Jim Jordan formally requested the DOJ to prosecute Jack Smith over congressional testimony. Jack Smith testified before the House Judiciary Committee about his investigations into President Donald Trump.

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan issued a criminal referral against Jack Smith over congressional testimony. The referral alleges perjury related to Smith's testimony.

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan referred Jack Smith to the Justice Department over allegations of false statements during congressional testimony. Smith's lawyers denied the claims, asserting his testimony was truthful, while House Democrats criticized the referral as baseless.

The GOP chair of the House Judiciary Committee urged the DOJ to consider criminal charges against Jack Smith, the former special counsel who prosecuted President Trump, for allegedly lying to Congress.

Jim Jordan recommended criminal charges against Jack Smith, alleging he made false statements to Congress during a deposition. The referral to the DOJ centers on Smith's role in cases against President Trump. Jordan, a House Judiciary Chair, cited the referral in accusing Smith of misconduct.

A Republican lawmaker is urging charges against Jack Smith, a former special counsel. Smith is testifying before the House Judiciary Committee.

Jack Smith, a former Biden special counsel, faces a criminal referral from Republicans after being accused of misleading Congress about accessing lawmakers' text messages during investigations into Donald Trump. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan claims newly released records contradict Smith's earlier testimony, while Smith denies wrongdoing and Rep. Jamie Raskin criticizes the referral as factually distorted.

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, faces a criminal referral from Republicans over alleged false testimony about accessing lawmakers' text messages during investigations into Donald Trump. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan accused Smith of obstructing Congress, while Smith denied wrongdoing. The referral follows released documents showing Smith's team reviewed messages from 44 lawmakers and Trump officials.

Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee advanced the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act, blocking Democratic attempts to add amendments requiring ICE officers to use body cameras, provide legal counsel to unaccompanied children, and offer parole to military families. Democrats argued the bill codifies 'cruel' policies, while Republicans framed it as ensuring lasting border security. The bill follows recent ICE incidents where officers shot and killed two individuals, sparking calls for oversight.

House Republicans advanced the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act, a bill aimed at codifying Trump's border policies by criminalizing visa overstays, ending 'catch and release' policies, and tightening asylum eligibility. The legislation, led by Rep. Chip Roy, cleared the House Judiciary Committee along party lines despite Democratic objections, which emphasized the need for ICE reforms and legal immigration pathways. The bill aligns with prior GOP efforts like H.R. 2 but excludes a nationwide E-Verify mandate.

House Republicans advanced the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act through the House Judiciary Committee, aiming to criminalize visa overstays, end 'catch and release' policies, and expand border security measures. The bill, authored by Rep. Chip Roy, faces opposition from Democrats who argue it neglects ICE reforms and legal immigration pathways.

Rep. Jamie Raskin is requesting federal records on Jeffrey Epstein’s foreign government interactions to investigate potential unregistered foreign agent activity. Raskin’s inquiry focuses on Epstein’s connections with Saudi Arabia, Russia, and Israel, including advising on Trump administration engagement. The White House previously faced backlash after halting an Epstein investigation, leading to a congressional vote that released related documents.

Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley requested detailed information from FBI Director Kash Patel about his use of FBI resources, including flights and vehicle purchases, as Patel faces allegations of misusing government jets and SWAT teams for personal purposes. Rep. Jamie Raskin and Sen. Dick Durbin also called for transparency, citing concerns over taxpayer spending. Patel denies the allegations, and Grassley emphasized his long-standing commitment to scrutinizing FBI directors regardless of administration.

A House Judiciary Committee hearing on June 30 became chaotic as Reps. Mike Lawler and Jamie Raskin exchanged heated personal remarks during a debate on sanctuary policies. Raskin told Lawler to 'get the hell out of here,' while Lawler called Raskin 'a disgrace.'

The House Judiciary Committee found that the South Korean government discriminated against Coupang and other U.S. companies, according to a new report. The report highlights allegations of unfair treatment by the South Korean government toward these companies.

A Republican-sponsored civil asset forfeiture bill in Pennsylvania advanced unanimously through the House Judiciary Committee. The legislation aims to improve transparency by requiring law enforcement to provide clear notice of rights and a sample motion for property return to individuals affected by civil asset forfeitures.

A top House Democrat plans to force a vote on legislation to permanently block the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which faced bipartisan criticism for potentially compensating violent criminals. The proposed NO CARTE BLANCHE Act would block federal funding for the program and similar efforts involving political figures or Jan. 6-related convictions.

The Justice Department may release recordings of Joe Biden speaking to ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer in 2016 and 2017, which reportedly show speech and memory issues. Courts are considering Biden's attempts to block the release, with a judge allowing the DOJ to proceed with redacted versions of the tapes.

Jim Jordan, a Trump loyalist and House judiciary committee chair, is linked to a group that received 'dark money' from an ICE detention contractor. The report highlights close ties between the Trump administration and Geo Group, a company profiting from anti-immigration crackdowns.

A report links Trump administration official Jim Jordan to Geo Group, an ICE detention contractor that profits from anti-immigration crackdowns. Jordan, a House judiciary committee chair and Trump loyalist, is associated with a group receiving 'dark money' from the contractor.

Harvard University and Bard College are facing scrutiny over their ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted child sex trafficker accused of using university connections to facilitate abuse and avoid detection. Lawmaker Jamie Raskin has called for a comprehensive investigation and requested an interview with Bard's outgoing president.

Harvard University and Bard College are facing new scrutiny over their relationships with Jeffrey Epstein, as Jamie Raskin, a House judiciary committee member, seeks a comprehensive accounting and an interview with Bard's outgoing president. The article alleges Epstein used university ties to traffic women and avoid detection, with prior investigations by the institutions deemed incomplete.

Staff for the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees visited the Texas federal prison facility where Ghislaine Maxwell is held as part of an investigation into her transfer and treatment. Lawmakers expressed doubts about the truthfulness of information provided by prison officials regarding Maxwell's circumstances and raised concerns about her treatment and allegations at the facility.

Impeachment proceedings are being considered against a federal judge named Ross due to allegations of sexual misconduct in chambers and providing false information to investigators. The House Judiciary Committee will determine whether to initiate the process.

Southern Poverty Law Center CEO Bryan Fair testified before the House Judiciary Committee about Justice Department allegations that the group secretly funded the KKK and other extremism it claims to oppose. The hearing followed charges that the anti-racism organization covertly supported the extremism it publicly opposes.

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) released its 2025 'Year in Hate & Extremism Report' during a House Judiciary Committee hearing addressing its criminal indictment for allegedly paying undercover sources to 'foment hate.' The report claims hard-right movements have transitioned from 'extreme to establishment' under the Trump administration, while House Republicans criticized SPLC for mislabeling groups and Democrats defended its civil rights mission.

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) interim CEO Bryan Fair is set to testify before the House Judiciary Committee regarding allegations the nonprofit secretly paid extremist groups like the Ku Klux Klan using donor funds. Federal prosecutors indicted the SPLC in April for financial crimes, including concealing payments to extremist members, while the organization denied wrongdoing and claimed the charges are politically motivated.

The Supreme Court is expected to release opinions on Thursday, followed by a private conference. House Republicans advanced a constitutional amendment to cap the number of justices at nine. The Trump administration announced new tariffs and challenged a court order requiring refunds for illegal tariffs.

Anti-ICE agitators coordinated protests at Newark's Delaney Hall ICE detention facility through encrypted Signal chats, using organized groups like 'framed.unrest' and 'Wicked Something' to plan logistics. A Fox News Digital investigation found the protests were part of a years-long strategy by well-funded groups, including the ACLU and Indivisible, with collective annual revenues of $825 million. Investigations into alleged nonprofit law abuses have been launched by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and House committees.

House Republican committees are expanding their investigation into ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, over allegations of misconduct related to foreign donations and misleading Congress about fraud-prevention practices. GOP lawmakers are requesting interviews with five ActBlue board members and documents regarding their involvement in addressing these issues, as the platform faces accusations of stonewalling and withholding subpoenaed materials.

House Republican committees are investigating ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, over allegations of mishandling foreign donations and fraud prevention. The committees are requesting interviews with five ActBlue board members and documents related to their involvement in the platform's response to misconduct claims. ActBlue's CEO is set to testify about the platform's donor vetting practices.