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A former Treasury advisor highlights a Southern District of New York investigation into the finances of activist network linked to Neville Roy Singham, alleging its role in delaying or blocking AI infrastructure projects. The report details 21 campaigns across 14 states, resulting in 10 data center moratoria, one permanent ban, and four rejected projects.

Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico connections, including his Zorro Ranch and ties to political figures like former Governor Bruce King and Bill Richardson, are under scrutiny in ongoing investigations. Survivor Virginia Roberts Giuffre accused Richardson of abuse, while former New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas claims federal authorities limited state involvement in the probe.

Former New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas claims federal officials paused his 2019 investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, with the FBI never searching the property due to lack of probable cause. Federal prosecutors closed Epstein's case without involving New Mexico authorities, according to Balderas.

Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman and current U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, as director of national intelligence, prompting a Senate confirmation hearing amid Democratic concerns over Trump’s temporary pick, Bill Pulte. Democrats criticized Pulte’s lack of intelligence credentials and political ties, while Senate leaders emphasized Clayton’s prosecutorial experience as a potential reassurance.

President Trump nominated Walter 'Jay' Clayton as director of national intelligence, facing Senate confirmation after replacing interim pick Bill Pulte. Democrats criticize Pulte's lack of intelligence experience and partisanship, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune supports Clayton's nomination. A confirmation hearing is set to address concerns and expedite the process.

Sleep Number filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and agreed to be acquired by Sleep Country Canada for $415 million. The deal involves Sleep Country Canada's U.S. subsidiary SNBR purchasing Sleep Number, with stores remaining open during the process. Sleep Number's CEO cited an unsustainable capital structure but expressed confidence in improving financial position through the acquisition.

Mark Warner stated Jay Clayton has the 'right temperament' for the director of national intelligence role. Concerns exist about Bill Pulte's temporary appointment as FHFA Director.

President Trump announced the appointment of James McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, replacing Jay Clayton, who was nominated as director of national intelligence. The announcement was made via Truth Social, ending speculation about the replacement.

US President Donald Trump plans to appoint James McDonald as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, replacing Jay Clayton, who was nominated as US director of national intelligence. The decision follows congressional backlash against an interim appointee, housing official Bill Pulte.

President Donald Trump announced his intention to appoint James M. McDonald, one of his personal lawyers, as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a former federal prosecutor and current partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, will replace Jay Clayton, who is being considered for the director of national intelligence role. McDonald has been involved in Trump’s legal team and previously worked in the White House under President George W. Bush.

President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a litigation partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, previously served as a personal attorney to Trump for the Manhattan hush money conviction appeal and held roles at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and in the George W. Bush administration. Trump praised McDonald as a 'strong results' candidate.

President Donald Trump announced his intent to appoint James M. McDonald as the next U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, following Jay Clayton's nomination to serve as director of national intelligence. McDonald previously worked as an assistant U.S. attorney in the SDNY and as director of enforcement at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and is associated with Sullivan & Cromwell.

President Donald Trump announced his intent to appoint James M. McDonald as the next U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, succeeding Jay Clayton, who was nominated to serve in Trump's cabinet. McDonald has prior experience as an assistant U.S. attorney in the SDNY and at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and is affiliated with Sullivan & Cromwell, where he is a senior partner.

President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney in the same district and current litigation partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, previously served as Trump's attorney for the Manhattan hush money conviction case. He would oversee the Justice Department’s Southern District of New York office, which handles high-profile cases including terrorism and fraud.

President Donald Trump has nominated James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a litigation partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, previously served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the same district and worked on Trump’s Manhattan hush money conviction appeal. If confirmed, he would lead the Justice Department’s prestigious prosecution office handling cases from terrorism to public corruption.

Trump names James M. McDonald to lead the New York federal prosecutor’s office. McDonald is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York and a litigation partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, and was a personal attorney to Trump.

President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney in the same district and current litigation partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, was previously Trump's attorney for the Manhattan hush money conviction appeal. If confirmed, he would lead the Justice Department’s prestigious Southern District of New York office, which handles terrorism, espionage, and corruption cases.

Trump announces the nomination of Jay Clayton, current SDNY chief, for US Attorney in Southern District of New York and for the position of Director of National Intelligence.

President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, the top prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, to lead the national intelligence agency. Jay Clayton has also served as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, top prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, to lead the national intelligence agency. Clayton has also served as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

President Donald Trump announced plans to nominate Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, as director of national intelligence. The move follows congressional pressure to replace Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned, and comes amid a standoff over Trump’s previous appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director, which Democrats oppose.

President Trump announced the nomination of Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as Director of National Intelligence. The move follows criticism of Bill Pulte's interim appointment, with bipartisan reactions and implications for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act renewal.

Brad Lander criticized Manhattan’s U.S. attorney's office after being acquitted of blocking elevators during a protest at 26 Federal Plaza. A federal judge ruled there was no evidence of obstruction, dismissing the case against Lander, who was arrested with 10 other officials demanding access to immigrant detention facilities. Prosecutors faced scrutiny for pursuing a low-level violation without substantial cross-examining Lander.

President Trump announced his intention to nominate Todd Blanche as attorney general. Blanche, a former federal prosecutor and law partner, has served as acting attorney general and deputy attorney general for the Trump Justice Department. The article highlights his legal career, including clerkships for two judges and a conviction against an NYPD officer.

Four members of the foreign terrorist organization Tren de Aragua pleaded guilty to two counts of murder through the use of a firearm and one count of using a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. The charges relate to the May 24, 2024, killings of Claretha LaQuesha Daniels and Justin Lawless, as well as the non-fatal shooting of a third victim in New York City.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that President Donald Trump would have 'absolutely' faced prison time if he had not won the 2024 election, citing his 34 felony convictions related to a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. Blanche argued that Trump's legal troubles, including cases in New York and D.C., would have led to imprisonment without his re-election, and criticized prosecutors for using 'tainted' evidence.

A Google software engineer, Michele Spagnuolo, was charged by federal prosecutors for insider trading on Polymarket. The DOJ alleges he used nonpublic data from Google's 'Year in...' to gain an unfair advantage.

A Google employee has been charged with insider trading on Polymarket, involving a $1 million bet on a search term. The case was filed by the Southern District of New York, following another similar incident a month prior.

A California woman, Summer Christine Duffield, is suing The Walt Disney Co. over allegations of violating consumer privacy laws through facial recognition technology at theme park entrances. The class-action complaint was filed in the Southern District of New York. The lawsuit claims that the use of facial recognition technology violates consumer privacy laws.

The US Department of Justice is accepting applications from victims of the AirBit Club crypto Ponzi scheme to claim a share of over $400 million in forfeited assets. The scheme, which was launched in 2015, promised investors guaranteed daily passive income through cryptocurrency mining and trading. Victims can now apply for compensation if they meet certain criteria.

The 2026 U.S. v. Heppner case ruled that attorney-client privilege does not extend to communications with AI systems, marking a legal precedent on AI confidentiality. The decision was issued by the Southern District of New York court.

Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing auto-insurance reforms to curb fraud, citing federal indictments against associates of former Mayor Eric Adams involved in a car-crash fraud scheme. The indictments highlight alleged fraudulent practices targeting insurance companies, which Hochul's office claims her proposed reforms would prevent.

Denis Alimov was arrested on February 24, 2026 in Bogotá, Colombia based on an Interpol Red Notice. He faces charges related to plotting with others to murder or kidnap two victims abroad and related terrorism offenses. The charges were filed in the Southern District of New York.

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a 20-year-old Pakistani national residing in Canada, was extradited to the United States on June 10 to face charges related to an ISIS-inspired plot to carry out a mass shooting at a Jewish center in New York City. The indictment was filed in the Southern District of New York.