Carrie Johnson appears in the following:
'It's Falling Out Of The Trees,' Former Prosecutor Says Of Obstruction Evidence
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
It's too soon to determine whether obstruction of justice laws may have been broken in President Trump's conversations with James Comey. A D.C. defense lawyer says the key issue is Trump's intent.
White House Denies Comey's Account Of Trump Meeting
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
According to a memo written by former FBI director James Comey, President Trump asked Comey to drop the bureau's investigation of ex-national security adviser Michael Flynn's connections to Russia.
White House Denies Reports Trump Asked Comey To Drop Flynn Probe
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Multiple reports say that former FBI Director James Comey wrote in a memo that President Trump asked him to shut down the investigation into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.
Sources: Trump Asked Comey To Shut Down Flynn Investigation
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
The White House is denying reports by multiple media outlets that President Trump asked then-FBI Director James Comey to end an investigation into former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
Trump's Flexing Of Executive Power Raises Legal Questions
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
The executive has a lot of legal power vested by the Constitution and Congress but what happens when the executive is careless with information, overreaches that authority or no longer has the full trust of the rest of the government?
Cornyn Drops Out Of Running For FBI Director Job; Merrick Garland To Remain A Judge
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Despite Republicans floating the idea of making Merrick Garland FBI director, people close to the judge say that's not happening. Garland was Obama's pick to the Supreme Court and never got a hearing.
Trump Administration Begins Search For New FBI Director
Monday, May 15, 2017
More than a dozen candidates are being considered to run the FBI in the wake of James Comey's dismissal, including some well-known politicians.
Who's On The Short List To Replace FBI Director James Comey?
Monday, May 15, 2017
The firing of FBI Director James Comey has raised many questions about whether he will testify before Congress and what role Attorney General Jeff Sessions will play in the hiring of the new director.
Trump Fires James Comey Amid FBI Probe Into Russian Ties To 2016 Election
Tuesday, May 09, 2017
The White House announced Comey's firing on Tuesday, which comes in the middle of an FBI investigation into whether the Trump campaign had ties to Russian interference in the U.S. election.
Oral Arguments Begin In First Court Hearing On Trump's Travel Ban
Monday, May 08, 2017
Oral arguments in the first court hearing on President Trump's proposed travel ban begin on Monday. The case will be heard by the full Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, Va.
Trump Travel Ban Returned To Court, With President's Words At The Center
Monday, May 08, 2017
A federal appeals court in Richmond, Va., heard arguments about the legality of President Trump's revised travel ban. Immigrant advocates argue it discriminates against Muslims.
'This Was A Colossal Screw-Up': A Close Look At A Case Dismissed For Misconduct
Saturday, May 06, 2017
Only a tiny fraction of federal prosecutions are thrown out because a judge finds evidence of government misconduct. Pharmacist Reddy Annappareddy's is one of them.
Federal Judge Dismisses Health Care Fraud Case After Uncovering Prosecutor Misconduct
Friday, May 05, 2017
A federal judge has dismissed a sweeping health care fraud case against a Maryland businessman after finding multiple instances of prosecutor misconduct. The defendant worries the prosecutor and FBI agent who targeted him are still on the job.
DEA Seeks Prosecutors To Fight Opioid Crisis; Critics Fear Return To War On Drugs
Thursday, May 04, 2017
The Drug Enforcement Administration wants to hire prosecutors "to hold accountable the people who are facilitating addiction." Advocacy groups worry the move would exceed the DEA's legal authority.
FBI Director Comey Defends Handling Of Clinton Email Investigation
Wednesday, May 03, 2017
FBI Director James Comey gets caught in the middle of politics at the Senate Judiciary Committee. He defended his handling of the Clinton email case and said he would do it again.
Justice Department Warns 'Sanctuary Cities,' With Grant Money At Risk
Friday, April 21, 2017
Justice Department officials are demanding proof that cities receiving millions in law enforcement grants are complying with federal immigration law.
Leader Of Justice Department National Security Division On The Way Out
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Acting Assistant Attorney General Mary McCord told staff this week she is leaving to pursue other opportunities. McCord has led the probe into Russian election meddling.
Justice Department Veterans Warn Federal Money Could Have 'Strings Attached'
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
A new review announced by Attorney General Jeff Sessions could have big consequences for local jurisdictions that refuse to follow federal immigration and marijuana laws.
Washington Labor Lawyer Eric Dreiband Could Run DOJ Civil Rights Unit
Monday, April 10, 2017
Dreiband, who currently works for a prestigious D.C. law firm, was once top lawyer for the EEOC in the George W. Bush administration. He also worked in the office of Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr.
Senate Confirms Neil Gorsuch To Serve On Supreme Court
Friday, April 07, 2017
After a filibuster by Democrats that led to a historic rule change in the Senate, Neil Gorsuch was confirmed Friday to serve on the Supreme Court.