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Justice Department Watchdog: Comey Violated Policy Related To Trump Memos
Thursday, August 29, 2019
The Justice Department's Inspector General finds former FBI Director James Comey violated policy by sharing classified information with individuals outside of the FBI. The DOJ declined prosecution.
What's Changed Since Kathleen Hawk Sawyer Last Headed Prison Bureau?
Thursday, August 22, 2019
It's been 16 years since Kathleen Hawk Sawyer was in charge of the federal Bureau of Prisons. On big change is that the prison population has jumped from 65,000 in 1992 to 177,000 in 2019.
How A Tip — And Facial Recognition Technology — Helped The FBI Catch A Killer
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Even as civil libertarians warn about the increased use of facial recognition by federal authorities, the bureau is using it to track down some of its most wanted suspects.
Questions Abound After Epstein Is Found Dead In His Jail Cell
Monday, August 12, 2019
Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, was found dead inside a Manhattan jail cell Saturday by an apparent suicide.
Former Obama White House Counsel Greg Craig Goes On Trial Over Ukraine Work
Monday, August 12, 2019
The trial of Greg Craig, who worked for two Democratic presidents, opens in Washington, D.C., on Monday. The case against Craig stems from former special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.
Recent Mass Shootings Raise Questions About Law Enforcement's Ability To Prevent Them
Thursday, August 08, 2019
Recent shootings have raised questions about how law enforcement can prevent such attacks. The FBI says it's challenging to identify and investigate the evolving threat of domestic terrorism.
Federal Prosecutors Are Treating El Paso Shooting As Incident Of 'Domestic Terrorism'
Monday, August 05, 2019
Federal Prosecutors say they are treating the shootings in El Paso as an incident of "domestic terrorism" but U.S. terrorism laws are limited to foreign actors and organizations.
Senate Intel Committee Unveils Election Security Report In Wake Of Mueller Hearings
Thursday, July 25, 2019
The report appeared as the 2020 presidential race gets underway in what promises to be a bitter and divisive battle and after the former special counsel said to expect continued Russian interference.
During Testimony, Mueller Lets Report Speak For Itself
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Members of the House Judiciary Committee question Special Counsel Mueller: some have gone on the attack, others have read sections of his report. Former federal prosecutor Shan Wu provides analysis.
Analysis Of Robert Mueller's Congressional Testimony
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller testifies on interference in the 2016 U.S. election. Noel King speaks to Laura Rosenberger of the Alliance for Securing Democracy at the German Marshall Fund.
How We Got Here: Mueller To Testify Before House Lawmakers
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Former special counsel Robert Mueller is testifying before two House panels Wednesday on the findings of his two-year investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump Administration Repatriates, Charges Citizen Who Allegedly Fought For ISIS
Friday, July 19, 2019
A criminal complaint charging Ruslan Maratovich Asainov was unsealed in New York City; prosecutors say he was a sniper and weapons trainer for the Islamic State in Syria.
New Documents Reveal How Trump, Cohen, Aides Worked To Seal Hush Money Deals
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Official records describe Trump's direct involvement with negotiations that led to a $130,000 payment to an adult film star to buy her silence about her alleged extramarital affair with Trump.
Roger Stone Barred From Using Social Media As Judge Tightens Gag Order
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Judge Amy Berman Jackson ordered the political consultant not to post, like, retweet or forward following what she ruled was a breach of a gag order from earlier in his case.
Court Hears Trump's Appeal To Block House Subpoena, Shield Finances
Friday, July 12, 2019
A federal three-judge panel is weighing arguments for and against ordering the president's accountants to release information to a Democratic congressional committee.
Robert Mueller To Testify In Open Hearings On July 17 Before House Committees
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
The Judiciary and Intelligence committee chairmen announced that after being subpoenaed, the Russian investigation special counsel agreed to appear at separate hearings on the same day.
Hope Hicks Declined To Answer Questions About Time In White House In House Testimony
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
The former Trump aide's appearance before the Judiciary Committee is the first time an official from the White House agreed to show up. But Democrats said she declined to answer many questions.
Mueller Disputes Barr's Summary In Letter
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Special counsel Robert Mueller expressed concern in a letter to Attorney General William Barr about Barr's summary of Mueller's findings. Barr is set testify today on Capitol Hill.
News Brief: Barr On Capitol Hill, Venezuela Update, Visas For Veterans
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Attorney General Barr heads to Capitol Hill to testify. Also, Venezuela's opposition leader, Juan Guaidó, continues to mount his strongest calls yet to oust disputed President Nicolás Maduro.
Maria Butina Sentenced To 18 Months In Prison
Friday, April 26, 2019
A federal judge has ordered Maria Butina to serve 18 months in prison. Butina is the Russian agent who ran an operation to influence Americans through her connections to the NRA and other groups.