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A Georgia federal judge blocked the Justice Department from enforcing a subpoena demanding personal information of 2020 Fulton County election workers. The judge ruled the request was overly broad, citing expired statutes of limitations for any potential crimes related to the 2020 election and concerns about burdening the county.

A Trump-appointed judge blocked the Department of Justice's subpoena for personal information of nearly 3,000 Fulton County election workers from the 2020 election, citing expired statute of limitations and privacy concerns. The ruling highlights the lack of evidence for alleged voter fraud and the potential risks of exposing sensitive data without a legitimate law enforcement purpose.

The U.S. Department of Justice sent a letter to Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and other states, warning election officials could face criminal charges for knowingly counting noncitizen ballots. Fontes denounced the letter as politically motivated, emphasizing Arizona already requires proof of citizenship for voter registration.

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot access personal information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Georgia's Fulton County. The decision rejects the DOJ's attempt to obtain these names.

The U.S. Department of Justice sent letters to election officials in multiple states, warning they could face criminal charges for knowingly allowing noncitizens to vote or remain on voter rolls. The letters, sent to Michigan and 13 other states, emphasize compliance with federal laws requiring only eligible U.S. citizens to vote in federal elections.

A federal judge denied the Justice Department's request for personal information from election workers in Fulton County, Georgia, as part of its investigation into President Trump's unsubstantiated claims of election fraud in the 2020 election. The judge ruled that the DOJ could not use a grand jury subpoena to obtain the information.

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot obtain the names and personal contact information of 2020 election workers in Georgia's Fulton County. The decision was made in response to the Justice Department's attempt to access this data.

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot obtain names and contact information of 2020 election workers in Georgia’s Fulton County, calling the subpoena unreasonable and overly burdensome. The judge cited expired statutes of limitations for any election-related crimes and rejected the DOJ’s claim that the request was part of a normal investigative process.

A federal judge rejected the U.S. Department of Justice's grand jury subpoena seeking names and contact information of 2020 election workers in Georgia's Fulton County, ruling it unreasonable and overly broad. The Justice Department argued the subpoena was part of a normal investigation, while Fulton County claimed it aimed to harass political opponents and exceeded reasonable needs.

The US Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to Detroit, Lansing, and East Lansing for the August 4 primary. Michigan officials, including Attorney General Dana Nessel and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, have criticized the move as baseless accusations, asserting state control over elections. The DOJ's action follows increased scrutiny of Michigan elections amid claims by the Trump administration about election integrity.

The U.S. Department of Justice urged a judge to permanently dismiss the Adani case, claiming it should never have been brought. U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis criticized the department's motion as insufficient, requesting further explanation.

A U.S. magistrate judge ordered Attorney Andrew Boutros to appear in court on July 9 to address potential violations of a seal order in a criminal case involving alleged Tren de Aragua gang members. The case, which includes charges of kidnapping conspiracy against three defendants, was discussed by Boutros during a press conference with top Justice Department officials.

A federal judge temporarily blocked Philadelphia from enforcing a law that would have restricted federal officers from wearing masks, concealing identification, or using unmarked vehicles. The judge ruled the law unconstitutional under the Supremacy Clause, siding with the Justice Department, which argued the measure improperly regulated federal agents.

Jack Smith warned that the U.S. is facing an 'attack on the rule of law' under President Trump, expressing concern about election integrity and accusing the administration of weaponizing the Justice Department. He criticized the Department of Justice's ability to function due to judges' distrust of prosecutors.

A federal judge demanded stronger assurances from the Trump administration to halt renovations at the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., until a court case is resolved, citing recent statements by President Donald Trump and visible planning progress. The judge gave both sides two weeks to agree on language ensuring no sudden construction, while the government emphasized the process remains open with pending approvals from planning organizations.

A federal judge urged the Trump administration to provide stronger assurances that it will not proceed with renovating the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., until the legal matter is resolved, citing concerns raised by the president's public statements and visible project plans. The judge gave both sides two weeks to draft language ensuring no sudden construction actions occur, while the Justice Department emphasized the process remains open to other proposals.

A federal judge requested stronger assurances from the Trump administration to delay renovations at the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., citing concerns over recent statements by President Donald Trump and visible progress on the project. The judge gave both sides two weeks to draft language ensuring no sudden actions, such as tree removal, while the legal case proceeds.

The Justice Department announced 300 fugitive arrests and over 175 charges against individuals accused of violent crimes in a two-month federal operation called 'Operation New Dawn' in the Chicago area. The effort involved 11 federal agencies, including the FBI, ATF, and DEA, and targeted offenses such as murder, kidnapping, and drug trafficking.

The Supreme Court declined to halt an $800-a-day fine against former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge for refusing to disclose confidential sources related to stories about scientist Yanping Chen. A judge ruled that Chen's need for information in her lawsuit against the government outweighed Herridge's right to protect her sources, leading to Herridge's civil contempt citation.

Minnesota and 17 other states secured a $3.3 million settlement with three major egg producers—Cal-Maine Foods, Versova/Centrum, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch—accused of colluding to artificially inflate egg prices from June 2022 to March 2025. The companies denied wrongdoing but agreed to provide 53 million eggs at their own expense as part of the settlement.

Trump claims the International Criminal Court (ICC) has no jurisdiction over Americans. The US Department of Justice informed the ICC it would not cooperate with investigations. Three ICC judges filed a lawsuit against Trump related to US sanctions on them for prosecuting Israeli nationals in Palestine.

Alibaba has agreed to pay $600 million to resolve a U.S. Department of Justice investigation into illegal drug sales. The company and its U.S.-based payment processor admitted to approximately 80,000 unlawful product sales over nearly a decade.

Alibaba will pay $600 million to settle allegations of illegal drug sales in a U.S. probe. The company admitted it failed to prevent 80,000 illegal drug product sales, as reported by the U.S. Justice Department.

Alibaba Group will pay US$600 million to settle a US Department of Justice investigation into illegal product sales, including pharmaceuticals and controlled substances. The settlement resolves the case through non-prosecution agreements, marking one of the largest criminal resolutions involving a Chinese technology company.

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing California over a state law that restricts sales of pistols capable of being converted into machine guns using a 'Glock switch.' The law, which took effect recently, targets firearms that can be modified with the device.

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing California over a state law that restricts sales of pistols capable of being converted into machine guns using a 'Glock switch.' The law took effect on Wednesday.

The U.S. Department of Justice sued California over a 2025 law banning semiautomatic machine gun-convertible pistols, including most Glock and Glock-style handguns. The DOJ argues the ban violates the Second Amendment, citing a Supreme Court decision requiring regulations to align with historical firearm traditions. The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, prohibits sales of such firearms, which can be converted into fully automatic weapons using devices like the 'Glock switch.'

A report reveals the Trump Administration significantly reduced the U.S. Department of Education's staff by 40% and terminated $2 billion in contracts and grants. The Office of English Language Acquisition, which supports immigrant students, was nearly eliminated, raising concerns about the department's ability to fulfill its obligations.

Getty is terminating its $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock due to UK regulatory conditions requiring the sale of Shutterstock's editorial business. The US Department of Justice had previously approved the deal unconditionally, but the UK Competitions and Markets Authority imposed restrictions that Getty refuses to accept.

The Trump administration threatened to withhold federal funding from Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools over policies that restrict staff from informing parents about a student's transgender status, citing violations of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. The Education Department and Justice Department announced enforcement actions, including potential judicial proceedings, against the district for obstructing parental access to education records.

A federal judge blocked Virginia from enforcing a law prohibiting ICE agents from wearing masks during enforcement operations, siding with the Department of Justice in a dispute over federal authority. The judge ruled the law likely violates the Constitution's Supremacy Clause by regulating federal officers.

A federal judge blocked Virginia's law prohibiting ICE agents from wearing masks during enforcement operations, ruling it violates the Constitution's Supremacy Clause by regulating federal officers. The Department of Justice secured a preliminary injunction to prevent the law from taking effect while legal challenges continue.

Vermont officials found several large egg producers may have colluded to inflate prices, leading to a settlement that will provide 915,000 eggs and $56,000 to the Vermont Foodbank. A 15-month investigation by federal and state authorities resulted in a lawsuit against Cal-Maine Foods, Versova/Centrum, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch for allegedly manipulating egg prices between 2022 and 2025.

A federal judge denied the Justice Department's request for New Hampshire's detailed voter data, ruling the request violated the Civil Rights Act of 1960 and the Help America Vote Act of 2002. The decision aligns with similar dismissals in nine other states, as the DOJ sought unredacted voter rolls to assess compliance with federal election laws, though critics argued the demand violated privacy protections.

A Cleveland church network demands Citizens Bank end funding for private prisons and ICE jails. Southern Ohio faces a push for small nuclear plants to meet data center electricity demand, raising health and safety concerns. The U.S. Department of Justice's leadership is criticized for alleged illegality, including unlawful subpoenas against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.

A U.S. Department of Education internal report reveals that the Trump Administration cut 40% of its staff and $2 billion in contracts and grants by March 31, 2025, severely impacting offices like the Office of English Language Acquisition, which was reduced to one employee. The report highlights concerns that the department may no longer effectively support students or enforce federal education laws, though its findings remain incomplete due to staff non-cooperation.

The Nebraska Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit seeking to block the state from sharing voter data with the U.S. Department of Justice, ruling the case moot after the data was already released. The case, brought by Common Cause and a voter, was previously denied standing in a lower court before the state complied with the federal request for voter registration information.

A federal judge dismissed a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit seeking Pennsylvania's voter roll with personal identifying information, citing concerns about potential misuse. The DOJ has sued 30 states and D.C. for access to nonpublic voter data, claiming it is necessary to ensure compliance with federal voter registration laws. Seventeen Republican-led states have voluntarily provided unredacted rolls, while others, like Pennsylvania and Michigan, have only shared publicly available versions.

A federal judge ruled that U.S. Department of Justice subpoenas targeting Minnesota state and local officials during Operation Metro Surge were issued to harass political opponents and overstep federal authority. The judge, Patrick Schiltz, criticized the subpoenas as an unlawful use of the grand-jury process and noted the DOJ failed to provide a valid justification for the requests.

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Minnesota for refusing to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) data to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The lawsuit alleges Minnesota's noncompliance with USDA requests since May 2026 has enabled potential fraud and waste in SNAP administration. Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Kentucky are also being sued for similar reasons.