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Trump Seeks $10B From IRS in Tax Leak Lawsuit

Lawyers for Trump and his family say they are in discussions to potentially resolve the high-stakes case.

DOJ Removes Veteran Prosecutor from Brennan Probe

The move raises questions about the direction of the high-profile investigation.

Judge Halts Above-Ground White House Ballroom Construction

Federal judge rules construction requires congressional approval, rejects national security claims.

Judge Blocks $400M White House Ballroom Project Again

Trump criticizes 'Trump Hating Judge' for halting visible construction on the planned 90,000-square-foot structure.

Trump Lashes Out at Historian Behind White House Ballroom Lawsuit

The former president attacks Alison K. Hoagland after a judge blocks construction on his planned ballroom addition.

Trump Negotiates $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit Settlement

President seeks to avoid trial, sparking accusations of self-dealing

Judge Limits White House Ballroom to Underground

Construction of new ballroom must be below ground, rules federal judge

Judge Allows Security-Related Work on White House Ballroom

Ruling clarifies that below-ground construction and upgrades can proceed, but work on the ballroom itself remains blocked.

Judge Allows Below-Ground Work at White House Ballroom Site

Construction of a bunker and other national security facilities can proceed, despite halting of above-ground ballroom project.

Justice Jackson Criticizes Conservative Justices' Pro-Trump Emergency Orders

Supreme Court's newest member calls conservative rulings 'oblivious' and lacking substance.

Justice Jackson Criticizes Supreme Court Conservatives Over 'Oblivious' Emergency Orders

The court's newest justice delivered a lengthy assessment of the court's use of emergency orders to benefit the Trump administration.

Rep. Luna Calls for Epstein Accountability, Criticizes DOJ Plea Deals

Florida congresswoman pushes for public hearings with Epstein survivors and condemns lack of justice for victims.

Justice Jackson Criticizes Supreme Court's Pro-Trump Emergency Orders

Newest justice calls conservative colleagues' rulings 'scratch-paper musings' that ignore real-world impacts.

DOJ Seeks to Overturn Jan 6 Convictions for Far-Right Groups

Filing aims to reverse seditious conspiracy charges for Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members

DOJ Moves to Overturn Convictions for Capitol Rioters

Prosecutors seek to vacate sentences for far-right Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members.

Justice Department Seeks to Overturn January 6 Convictions

Federal prosecutors move to undo seditious conspiracy charges against far-right extremist groups.

DOJ Brings New Charges Against Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Suspect

Brian Cole Jr. faces new terrorism and weapons of mass destruction charges related to pre-January 6 pipe bombs.

DOJ Hosts Anti-Abortion Advocates After Firing Staff for Ties to Abortion-Rights Groups

The CEO of Americans United for Life said he was 'just applauding the administration and DOJ' after it released a report critical of prosecutors during the Biden administration.

Hunter Biden Criticizes Trump's Pardon Power After Receiving Rare Unconditional Pardon From Father

The younger Biden acknowledges his own privileged position after receiving a pardon from President Joe Biden.

Swalwell Allegations Trigger Corporate Crisis Management

Former U.S. Attorney warns of potential federal charges, sparking fears of legislative gridlock and market volatility.

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