The Latest Breaking News from Merrick Garland

On May 17, the U.S. Department of Justice settled a lawsuit four unions filed asking a federal court to declare that a federal law prohibiting members of the armed forces from unionizing did not apply to members of the National Guard on state active duty. 

A federal lawsuit argues that the department's regulations violate due process, the separation of powers, and the First Amendment.

The Minneapolis cop who murdered George Floyd allegedly had a history of violent and racist behavior, according to the lawsuits.

The updated polict comes after years of protests over police killings, particularly involving Black people.

The policy spells out situations in which officers have an "affirmative duty" — to prevent or stop other officers from using excessive force, and to render or call for medical aid when it's needed.

The Minneapolis Police Department will face the scrutiny of a federal program after a state investigation concluded that its officers stop and arrest Black people more than white people, use force more often on people of color and maintain a culture in which racism is tolerated

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announces a $10 million grant to increase measures for hate crime reporting

Attorney general announces new measures to raise awareness, as well as prevent and address hate crimes in US.

Convening of a grand jury in Atlanta to examine allegations that Donald Trump pressured Georgia election officials to reverse the 2020 election outcome is a reminder the former president still faces serious legal questions.

WASHINGTON — During a college internship at the Orange County Public Defender's office, Rachel Rossi was sent to the local jail. She was given a simple instruction: Ask people who had recently been arrested what they need.

The bill creates offices at DOJ, DHS, and the FBI to track domestic terror threats. GOP lawmakers argue it could allow federal officials to ensnare parents, a charge DOJ rejects.