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The U.S. attorney in D.C., Jeanine Pirro, dismissed four cases involving the Reflecting Pool after investigators determined that a contractor's errors, rather than vandalism, caused the damage to the pool's new blue lining.

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro met with President Trump at the White House amid questions about her future, according to sources cited by ABC News.

Donald Trump accused US attorney Jeanine Pirro of 'folding like an umbrella' for dropping vandalism charges against a former Olympian linked to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Trump expressed disappointment with Pirro and reported considering her removal from her post.

Donald Trump accused US attorney Jeanine Pirro of 'folding' by dropping vandalism charges against a former Olympian related to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Trump expressed disappointment and is considering removing her from her post. He nominated her to the role last year, and she was confirmed by the Senate in August.

President Donald Trump criticized U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for dropping charges against David Hearn, a former Olympian accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Trump alleged Pirro 'folded like an umbrella' under judicial pressure, while Hearn claimed he examined the pool's coating and obeyed a park worker's instruction to stop. The Justice Department's decision to dismiss charges marked an embarrassing setback during Trump's second term.

President Donald Trump is sharply criticizing U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for her assessment that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by shoddy construction rather than vandals. The disagreement centers on the cause of the damage following a recent renovation.

Jeffrey Thomas Simon, 39, pleaded guilty to coercing a 13-year-old girl into sexual exploitation through threatening messages. Court documents revealed he also targeted another 14-year-old girl via Discord, demanding nude photos and threatening kidnapping. Simon faces federal and state charges, including criminal sexual conduct and possession of child sexual abuse material.

A US attorney announced a federal indictment against 11 people involved in the smuggling deaths of six migrants, including a 14-year-old boy, whose bodies were found in a rail cargo container in Laredo, Texas, in May. The victims were from Honduras and Mexico.

A U.S. attorney announced a federal indictment against 11 individuals in the smuggling deaths of seven migrants found in a rail cargo container in Texas. The incident occurred in May.

A lawsuit claims that Seattle attorney Roger Rogoff remains the duly appointed U.S. attorney until President Trump formally nominates a replacement. The lawsuit argues that Trump's firing of Rogoff was illegal.

Two women are seeking $2.5 million in federal claims, alleging Border Patrol agents threatened, detained, and used excessive force during an encounter linked to Operation Charlotte’s Web in November 2025. A video shows agents confronting the women on Kilgo Way in Plaza Midwood, with claims they were boxed in, a gun was pointed at them, and their car window shattered. Charges were later dropped, and the women report physical and psychological distress.

Judges have appointed Roger Rogoff as the new U.S. attorney in Seattle, leading to a conflict with the Trump administration. Rogoff previously served as the director of the state office of independent investigations.

Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is being considered for a top intelligence position. Lawmakers are eager for him to replace the current leader in that role.

A suburban man was sentenced to prison for threatening to kill President Trump. U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros emphasized that threats against public officials undermine democracy and require strict consequences.

Aaron Reitz has been appointed U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas. He previously worked as a top deputy to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and in the Trump Justice Department before running for attorney general earlier this year.

Edgardo Luis Perez, 44, was arrested in Guatemala after evading capture for 25 years in the 2001 murder of Gordon Maychek in Farmington Hills. Perez, charged with Felony Murder, allegedly befriended Maychek at a health club, leading to his disappearance and eventual murder, though his body was never found. Perez was extradited to the U.S. and is scheduled for an arraignment via Zoom.

A Fort Campbell soldier has pleaded guilty in federal court to exploiting minors online and receiving child sexual abuse material, according to the U.S. Attorney. The charges involve child sexual exploitation and possession of child pornography.

The Trump administration will not seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stating the same contractor will handle repairs. The pool's damage, attributed to vandals by Trump and Burgum, includes multiple cuts to the liner, while repairs face challenges like algae blooms and peeling coatings. Former Olympian David Hearn was arrested for damaging the pool, with his lawyers accusing authorities of misusing government power.

Olympian David Hearn was indicted on a destruction of property charge related to the D.C. Reflecting Pool. Hearn is accused of removing a piece of sealant from the pool's bottom on June 19.

President Donald Trump's administration has intensified election-related investigations, including FBI raids on election facilities in Georgia and Ohio, and Trump admitted to directly urging a U.S. attorney in California to examine voting practices. Critics warn these actions could disrupt the November midterm elections, citing unprecedented White House interference in federal law enforcement.

Individuals vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington’s National Mall will face prosecution, as stated by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro. US President Donald Trump attributed recent issues with the pool's new blue paint to vandalism, and citations have been issued for the offenses.

Makeda Charles faces federal charges for threatening a Detroit judge, a prosecutor, and an FBI agent linked to the prosecution of church leader David E. Taylor. During her arraignment, she made aggressive remarks and threats, prompting a court-ordered competency evaluation.

The president canceled a hearing for Jay Clayton's intelligence chief nomination, linking the decision to efforts to pass voting restrictions. The hearing will be delayed until Clayton's replacement as U.S. attorney is confirmed, and Pulte will remain in their position.

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 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 Trump plans to nominate Jay Clayton as the next director of national intelligence. Clayton was serving as the U.S. attorney at Gracie Mansion in New York last March.

A Rockford man was sentenced to 16 years in prison for trafficking fentanyl and heroin. Assistant U.S. Attorney Theodora Anderson emphasized the severity of distributing controlled substances.

Jeremy Hinman, 26, of Buffalo, NY, pleaded guilty to possession and transfer of a machinegun. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Chad Burgess, a 40-year-old man from Rochester, NY, was sentenced to 88 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara imposed the sentence after Burgess was convicted of the charge.

A man from Junction City, Oregon, was sentenced to federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material. The sentencing was announced by U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford for the District of Oregon.

A New Jersey man was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl on the dark net. The case was announced by U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford for the District of Oregon.

Robert Polk, 23, pleaded guilty to federal charges including drug trafficking, firearm possession in furtherance of drug crimes, being a felon in possession of a firearm, and possessing a stolen firearm. The case was announced by U.S. Attorney David I. Courcelle in New Orleans, Louisiana.

A prior felon in Tulsa was sentenced for possessing a spent military rocket launcher, drugs, and firearms, as announced by U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. The case highlights illegal possession of weapons and narcotics by an individual prohibited from owning firearms.

A gang member and prior felon was sentenced for being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, as announced by U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. The case highlights legal consequences for firearm possession by individuals with criminal histories.

A Houston man was sentenced to four years in federal prison for a violent ATM hook and chain crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas, as part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation. The case was announced by U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

Kendrick White, Sr., a 43-year-old New Orleans resident, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a 15-year-old female aboard a cruise ship in a federal case. The guilty plea was accepted on May 26, 2026, by Judge Darrel James Papillion, as announced by U.S. Attorney David I. Courcelle.

Renee M. Thompson, a 53-year-old woman from North Lauderdale, Florida, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit an offense against the United States. She faces up to five years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and must pay $28,500 in restitution.

U.S. Attorney David Metcalf has been appointed to the Attorney General's Advisory Committee, a significant recognition of his role in the federal legal system. This appointment reflects his standing within the Department of Justice and contributions to legal matters.

The U.S. Attorney's office announced the conviction of Daniel Sikkema for murder-for-hire, a serious federal crime involving plotting to kill someone in exchange for payment. This conviction represents a successful prosecution of a criminal conspiracy case by federal authorities.

A Houston convicted felon was sentenced to federal prison for a firearms violation in the Eastern District of Texas, as announced by U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.