DOJ turned to former mobster to strengthen case against James Comey IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 29
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 · Jul 29
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 · Jul 29
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 · Jul 29
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 · Jul 29
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 The Independent UK · Jul 27
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. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
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. Reason · Jul 15
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. International Business Times · Jul 3
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. Latin Times · Jul 3
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). Benzinga · Jul 3
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 Economic Times · Jun 28
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 The Independent UK · Jun 22
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. International Business Times UK · Jun 16
France 24 · Jun 15 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 · Jun 15 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…
International Business Times · Jun 12 National Mall Defaced With '8647' Prompting Investigation Someone discolored the lawn in the National Mall with the markings "8647," prompting an investigation by law enforcement and national parks officials.
We Got This Covered · Jun 12 Feds investigate after mystery figure etches giant 8647 ‘threat’ to Trump into National Mall lawn Authorities on hunt after "deranged vandalism".
International Business Times UK · Jun 11 Secret Service Called In After '8647' Marking Found on National Mall in Washington, DC A mysterious '8647' marking appeared on the National Mall, prompting a federal investigation. The numbers are linked to political opposition against President Trump, raising security concerns.
The Independent UK · Jun 11 Mystery of how someone left giant ‘8647’ message on National Mall under investigation The anti-Trump message was spotted in huge letters near the Washington Monument
The Guardian - US · Jun 11 US authorities investigate huge etching of ‘8647’ on National Mall grounds Live webcam footage from atop the Washington Monument shows a highly visible ‘8’, while the others appears fainter
The Economic Times · Jun 9 Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general President Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche, his former lawyer, for the top law enforcement position. This nomination will test Republican senators' loyalty to Trump. Blanche, currently acting attorney general, faced criticism over a scrapped fund. Senator Chuck Grassley praised Blanche's dedication to law and order. The Senate's confirmation will…
Roll Call · Jun 8 Blanche heads into attorney general confirmation clash President Donald Trump on Monday sent to the Senate the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to fill the role permanently, teeing up what could be a bruising confirmation process for a Trump ally who has drawn bipartisan criticism for recent Justice Department moves. The president’s former defense attorney…
Reason · Jun 4 Todd Blanche Hates 'Weaponization' of Government Unless It Benefits His Boss Blanche is happy to pervert justice in service of the president's personal agenda. No wonder Trump wants to keep him as attorney general.
The Mary Sue · Jun 4 Todd Blanche to Stay Put as Trump Teases a Permanent Shift That Could Change Everything for the Department of Justice Blanche’s potential nomination also raises questions about the future of the DOJ’s relationship with the IRS.