Justice Department
Federal Judge Orders Unsealing of Jeffrey Epstein Grand Jury Records Following Trump-Signed Legislation
Dec 11, 2025 02:58 am CST
A New York federal judge has ordered the unsealing of Jeffrey Epstein's grand jury records following legislation signed by former President Trump. This decision joins other recent court orders to release documents related to the convicted sex offender and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, with the Justice Department required to release all unclassified Epstein records by December 19.
Alina Habba Resigns as Federal Prosecutor Following Court Ruling on Unlawful Appointment
Dec 09, 2025 05:06 am CST
Former Trump attorney Alina Habba has resigned as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor following an appeals court ruling that declared her appointment unlawful. Despite her resignation, Habba will remain with the Justice Department as a senior adviser to Attorney General Pam Bondi while the administration continues to appeal the court's decision.
Judge Approves Release of Jeffrey Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts: Potential Trump Connection Under Scrutiny
Dec 06, 2025 06:10 am CST
A Florida federal judge has authorized the Justice Department to release grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking case, potentially revealing connections to powerful figures including President Trump. The decision follows congressional legislation mandating transparency in the Epstein investigation, with the files being sought by political opponents and Trump supporters alike amid ongoing conspiracy theories about the case.
Trump Pardons Texas Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar in Federal Bribery Case Over Border Policy Comments
Dec 04, 2025 09:59 am CST
President Donald Trump issued a controversial pardon to Texas Democratic Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife, who faced federal bribery and conspiracy charges. Trump claimed the prosecution was politically motivated due to Cuellar's criticism of Biden's immigration policies. The pardon adds to Trump's pattern of granting clemency to high-profile figures across party lines who align with his policy positions, particularly on border security.
Newly Released Photos and Videos Reveal Inside Look at Jeffrey Epstein's Private Island
Dec 04, 2025 02:37 am CST
House Democrats have released previously unseen photographs and video footage from Jeffrey Epstein's private islands in the US Virgin Islands, providing rare visual evidence of locations connected to allegations of trafficking underage girls. The release comes shortly after President Trump signed legislation requiring the Justice Department to make all Epstein-related documents public within 30 days.
Federal Appeals Court Invalidates Trump's Appointment of Former Personal Lawyer as New Jersey Prosecutor
Dec 02, 2025 05:42 am CST
A US appeals court unanimously ruled that Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal attorney, was unlawfully appointed as US Attorney for New Jersey without Senate confirmation. This marks the second recent court decision finding Trump's prosecutor appointments violated federal law, raising concerns about the administration's approach to filling key Justice Department positions.
Trump Signs Epstein Files Transparency Act: What This Means for America's Biggest Sex Scandal Investigation
Nov 20, 2025 10:26 am CST
President Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requiring the Department of Justice to release all documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days. This bipartisan legislation passed with overwhelming support in Congress and prohibits withholding information due to reputational concerns. The release could reveal connections between Epstein and powerful figures across political lines, potentially including Trump himself who was a longtime associate of the wealthy financier.
US Judge Resumes Contempt Investigation Against Trump Officials Over Venezuelan Deportation Case
Nov 20, 2025 10:04 am CST
A US federal judge has revived contempt proceedings against Trump administration officials to determine if they willfully violated a court order by deporting Venezuelan men to El Salvador despite judicial intervention. Judge James Boasberg will require sworn testimony from officials involved in the March deportation flights that allegedly defied his explicit order, highlighting an ongoing legal battle over presidential authority and immigration enforcement.
Understanding the Epstein Files: What's Inside and Why They Matter
Nov 19, 2025 07:14 am CST
The Epstein Files contain extensive evidence collected by the FBI and Justice Department related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking of underage girls. After years of secrecy, the US House has voted to release these documents, which may reveal connections between Epstein and high-profile individuals across business, politics, and entertainment. The files include over 300 gigabytes of data from investigations that led to Epstein's 2008 conviction and later charges before his 2019 death in custody.
Trump's Second Term Challenges: Affordability Concerns and Epstein Files Test Presidential Authority
Nov 18, 2025 12:23 pm CST
President Donald Trump faces significant challenges to his political dominance as he struggles with addressing affordability concerns and containing Republican pressure to release Jeffrey Epstein case files. Recent Democratic electoral victories and Trump's status as a constitutionally term-limited president further complicate his ability to maintain control over his party and policy agenda ahead of critical midterm elections.