United States Department of Justice News & Breaking Stories

West Virginia governor endorses Trump for 2024, criticizes Biden. Polls show support for Trump amid politically motivated indictments. Trump vows to fight.

Vistra Corp. surges on S&P 500 debut, Arista Networks beats forecasts, Uber Technologies posts unexpected losses, Match Group revenue guidance disappoints.

Apple's stock soars despite iPhone sales slump. Company announces dividend increase and stock buyback plan. Pressure to innovate grows.

Historic Supreme Court hearing as Trump claims immunity from prosecution for official acts while president. Nixon precedent, implications for future presidents.

$1 billion settlement reached for Larry Nassar victims in FBI mishandling case. Justice served after years of abuse allegations.

Ousted GOP speaker Kevin McCarthy hints at Matt Gaetz's involvement in ethics complaint regarding alleged relationship with a minor.

Special Counsel Hur to testify on Capitol Hill about Biden's mishandling of classified records. No charges recommended, concerns raised.

FBI informant indicted for lying about Biden's alleged overseas business dealings, arrested in Las Vegas. Witness in sham impeachment case.

Trump calls for a shakeup at the RNC, pushing for the replacement of current Chair Ronna McDaniel with Michael Whatley.

Joe Biden's cognitive state is "diminished," according to the Special Counsel, after an embarrassing report on his handling of classified documents.

Watchdogs welcome the criminal investigation into Democratic Missouri Rep. Cori Bush's alleged campaign finance violations. DOJ, FEC, and House Ethics Committee investigating.

President Biden speaks to families of soldiers killed in Jordan, UPS plans job cuts, Georgia considers legalizing sports betting.

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri is being investigated for potentially misusing campaign funds for personal security.

"House Ethics Committee probe of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz widens with ABC News reporting "multiple new witnesses" in investigation."

DOJ report criticizes response to Uvalde school shooting, finding grave mistakes and breakdowns in communication among law enforcement.

Judge sides with Biden administration, blocking JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines, saying it would reduce competition and raise fares.

Federal judge blocked JetBlue's $3.6 billion acquisition of Spirit. Spirit stock fell while JetBlue's rose. Airlines to 'evaluate next steps.'

Iowa school shooting leaves 6 injured, 1 dead. Suspect dead. Authorities find explosive device. Gun violence in schools is a growing problem.

Republican Rep. Scott Perry ordered to turn over 1,600 texts and emails to FBI agents investigating efforts to keep Trump in office.

Former GOP congressman George Santos was interviewed by satirical host Ziwe, where he asked to be paid and made controversial comments.

Hunter Biden indicted on nine tax charges in California, intensifying scrutiny as Joe Biden's son and 2024 election backdrop.

Retired ambassador Manuel Rocha was charged with being a "clandestine agent" for Cuba's spy agency, facing up to 10 years in prison.

Jared Kushner reveals Chuck Schumer's upsetting remarks about Russia ties, defends innocence, and discusses challenges faced during investigations in podcast interview.

48-year-old Jason Eaton pleaded not guilty to shooting three college students of Palestinian descent near the University of Vermont.

"Controversial Church Militant founder Michael Voris resigns over 'morality clause' violation, citing 'ugly truths from my past' in emotional video."

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao pleads guilty to violating US anti-money laundering laws in $4.3 billion settlement, stepping down as CEO.

Former GOP congresswoman Liz Cheney reacts to House Speaker Mike Johnson's release of thousands of hours of Capitol riot footage.

Republican Congressman Warren Davidson is undecided on expelling George Santos, indicted on 23 felonies, despite damning House Ethics Committee report.

Mark Meadows, Trump's former chief of staff, will testify against him in the DOJ's case. Social media predicts Trump's reaction.

Electing Liz Cheney as Speaker of the House would bring stability, isolate extremists, and allow for bipartisan cooperation.

Sidney Powell, a key player in the Dominion Voting Machines controversy, has accepted a favorable plea deal from Biden's DOJ.

U.S. Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, and other offenses in a 23-count superseding indictment. The charges include stealing people's identities, making unauthorized charges on donors' credit cards, and lying to the Federal Election Commission. Santos allegedly inflated his campaign's reported receipts and submitted false reports to the FEC to mislead officials and the public. The indictment also alleges that Santos participated in multiple fraudulent schemes. His treasurer, Nancy Marks, has already pleaded guilty to related conduct. Santos has refused to resign and denies the new charges.

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, pleads not guilty to charges of lying about drug use while buying a handgun.

Former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly confirms reports that Donald Trump denigrated military members, veterans, and their families.

Former President Trump criticizes Nancy Pelosi and mocks her husband during a speech at the California GOP convention. Trump also attacks President Biden and criticizes California's Democratic leadership.

Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Department of Justice's work in cases involving Hunter Biden and Donald Trump.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a potential GOP candidate for the 2024 presidential election, discusses his plans to reorganize the federal workforce.

Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, is facing three felony federal gun charges, including lying on a federal form. This raises questions about the hypocrisy of the Biden administration's stance on gun control.

The Department of Justice blocked FBI agent Elvis Chan from testifying before Congress on his role in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story.

A package of three appropriations bills cleared a procedural hurdle in the Senate on Tuesday as the possibility of a government shutdown loomed on the horizon.

Long sentences for Capitol attack defendants have sparked appeals, with the Justice Department also appealing some as too short.

Former Proud Boys leader sentenced to 22 years for role in US Capitol attack. Justice Department cracking down on January 6 rioters.

Former Proud Boys Chairman Enrique Tarrio is facing a 33-year prison sentence for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack.

Ryan Palmeter, 21, identified as the gunman behind racist mass shooting in Jacksonville, Florida, using a swastika-painted gun.

Former President Donald Trump and his 18 codefendants surrendered this week and were booked in the Fulton County Jail in Georgia.

Sidney Powell, charged with conspiracy to commit election fraud, continues to promote election conspiracy theories and merchandise discounts.

The US Supreme Court will review a bankruptcy case involving Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over the controversial Oxycontin drug.

A federal court judge has blocked Donald Trump from sharing potential trial evidence on social media in an election fraud case.

"Unveiling the Key Figures: Trump Co-Conspirators in the 2020 Election Interference Indictment" - Shocking revelations of individuals closely linked to Trump implicated in election interference. Demand for transparency and accountability grows.

House Republicans are calling for an emergency hearing after the DOJ asked Hunter Biden's business partner, Devon Archer, to surrender to prison. Archer was scheduled to testify to Congress on the Biden family's foreign business dealings.