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Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general by one vote in Senate

Vote followed a tumultuous confirmation fight that exposed deep concerns from Republicans as well as Democrats

The Independent UK

Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in overnight vote

US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General early Saturday morning. This confirmation followed a contentious confirmation fight in the Republican-led Senate. Blanche, a former personal attorney for President Donald Trump, secured the position by a narrow margin. His confirmation allows him to pursue the administration's agenda more aggressively. Concerns…

The Economic Times

FBI Secretly Investigated Trump as Possible 'Russian Asset' After Comey Firing, Declassified Memos Show

Declassified memos reveal the FBI's secret investigation into Donald Trump after firing James Comey, probing potential Russian ties. The investigation, codenamed 'Oxferd Comma,' was closed in 2019.

International Business Times UK

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Trump has tried to bend the legal system to his will. He’s increasingly facing pushback

US President Donald Trump’s renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has gone beyond his vision of refurbishing a site of national pride to perfection. In the past month, the reflecting pool has become yet another tool for Trump to exact political retribution against those standing in his way.

The Conversation

White House releases documents on FBI probe into Trump and Russia ties

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The Independent UK

White House declassifies FBI investigation into whether Trump was working as Russian asset

The FBI later dropped the investigation in 2019 around the conclusion of the Mueller probe

The Independent UK

FBI Probed if Trump Acted 'Wittingly or Unwittingly' as Russian Agent, Newly Revealed Memos Show

Newly released documents reveal the FBI's 2017 investigation into whether President Trump was a Russian agent, following the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey, sparking a constitutional crisis.

International Business Times UK

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Senate’s latest effort to halt Trump’s Iran hostilities fails in 49-50 vote as some Republicans side with Democrats – as it happened

Republicans senators Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and Rand Paul voted in favor of the motion to prevent Trump from continuing hostilities against Iran. This blog is now closed.

The Guardian - US

Records Show the Government Illegally Surveilled James Comey and Confirm the Absurdity of Its Case Against Him

The Secret Service asserted a nonexistent "emergency" to track Comey's cellphone, and the FBI's evidence falls far short of proving his seashell picture was a crime.

Reason

DOJ turned to former mobster to strengthen case against James Comey

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The Independent UK

DOJ sought Mafia hitman Sammy ‘The Bull’ Gravano’s help to build ‘86 47’ case against ex-FBI chief James Comey

Salvatore ‘Sammy the Bull’ Gravano’s claims are disputed by a former mob prosecutor and judge who called them ‘preposterous’

The Independent UK

Trump officials turned to AI and a mafia killer to bolster case, Comey lawyers allege

James Comey’s lawyers say Secret Service illegally tracked him to develop case around his ‘8647’ seashell post

The Guardian - US

The Latest: Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and decline to answer questions from senators in a Republican-led committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic

The Independent UK

Investigators in Comey seashells case omitted key facts and distorted others, defense lawyers allege

Federal officials involved in the prosecution of James Comey misled judges, submitted false statements and withheld key facts during the course of the investigation

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

James Comey explains why he should not be charged with threatening Trump’s life in new ‘8647’ case filing

Lawyers say DOJ’s politically charged case over a prominent critic’s seashells photo imperils First Amendment rights

International Business Times UK

Newly Leaked Emails Show Todd Blanche Is Spearheading Trump's DOJ Revenge Push

Newly leaked emails suggest acting US attorney general Todd Blanche has been central to Donald Trump's drive to pursue political adversaries through the Justice Department.

Reason

By Blessing Corruption, Todd Blanche Has Disqualified Himself From the Job He Wants

Trump’s nominee for attorney general has repeatedly subverted justice to benefit his boss.

International Business Times

Jack Smith Warns Of Deep Strain On US Legal Institutions After Leaving Federal Post. But His Comments Come Amid Ongoing Purges And Legal Setbacks Inside The Justice Department.

Former special counsel Jack Smith warns of an institutional crisis and political purges at the DOJ during his first major television interview.

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Latin Times

Jack Smith Breaks His Silence, Warns of Unprecedented Attacks on Rule of Law by Trump Administration

Former special counsel Jack Smith warns of an institutional crisis and political purges at the DOJ during his first major television interview.

Benzinga

Jack Smith Breaks Silence on Trump— Warns ‘Rule of Law’ is Under Attack and Says He's ‘Very Concerned’ About Midterm Election Integrity

Former special counsel Jack Smith has expressed serious concerns regarding the rule of law under the Trump administration, suggesting a possible indictment against him by the Department of Justice (DoJ).

The Economic Times

America at 250: Why Trump's second term is reviving fears of an 'imperial presidency'

As America marks its 250th anniversary, President Trump's actions have drawn comparisons to monarchy, with critics pointing to his use of power to enrich himself and target political opponents. His administration's approach, including leveraging the presidency for personal gain and demanding loyalty from the Justice Department, has sparked debate about…

The Independent UK

Trump says ‘vandals’ poured chemicals into the Reflecting Pool after his team used bleach to treat the algae

Trump had promised the shallow basin across from the Lincoln Memorial would be ‘the most beautiful thing that you've ever seen’ – then it turned green

International Business Times UK

Supreme Court Blocks Trump Adviser Carter Page From Suing FBI Boss James Comey

The Supreme Court has rejected Carter Page's lawsuit against former FBI officials, ending his legal battle over surveillance linked to the Russia investigation.

France 24

California Governor Newsom says Trump ordered investigation into him and his wife

California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat and longtime political rival of Republican President Donald Trump, said Monday the president had ordered the US Justice Department to launch a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife.

Roll Call

Blanche makes Senate visit ahead of confirmation push

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche started his Senate goodwill tour Monday in his bid for Senate confirmation to run the Justice Department permanently, sitting down with Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Charles E. Grassley. The Iowa Republican is the first lawmaker to meet with Blanche since President Donald Trump tapped him…

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