# justice department (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover justice department. Page: Feed: --- ## [Secret Service spokesperson is put on leave amid investigation](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/secret-service-spokesperson-is-put-leave-amid-investigation/) _2026-08-27 · Isaac Arnsdorf · Politics_ The agency said two other non-law enforcement employees were also suspended in an unspecified misconduct investigation. ## [Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America, escalating Canada feud](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/trump-signs-order-changing-name-lake-ontario/) _2026-08-27 · Natalie Allison · Politics_ President Donald Trump said he's making the change because “Canada has been ripping us off for a long time on trade, very sadly.” ## [The political battle over grocery prices is here](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/political-battle-over-grocery-prices-is-here-trump-seeks-lower-beef-prices/) _2026-08-27 · Amber Phillips · Politics_ President Donald Trump is trying to lower beef prices ahead of the midterms. ## [Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America](https://www.fox5dc.com/news/trump-executive-order-lake-ontario-lake-america) _2026-08-27 · Heather.Miller@fox.com (Heather Miller) · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies. ## [Karoline Leavitt says she’ll miss the press on her last day at White House](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/karoline-leavitt-says-shell-miss-press-her-last-day-white-house/) _2026-08-27 · Natalie Allison · Politics_ A replacement press secretary may not be named for a while, advisers suggest. ## [Pirro’s special grand jury probing D.C. schools, city oversight of youth](https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/08/27/pirros-special-grand-jury-probing-dc-schools-city-oversight-youth/) _2026-08-27 · Perry Stein · Politics_ The unusual investigation appears to have a broad scope. Prosecutors have contacted D.C. Public Schools personnel to question them about truancy and graduation rates. ## [New coalition fights Trump’s efforts to weaken protections for historic sites](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/600-groups-urge-congress-block-trump-overhaul-historic-reviews/) _2026-08-27 · Dan Diamond · Politics_ A coalition of preservation groups says the regulatory, legislative and executive efforts pose the greatest threat in 60 years to a law requiring federal agencies to avoid harm to historic sites. ## [We know you care about the environment because you’re sweating](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/how-emotional-responses-can-reveal-true-priorities-polls/) _2026-08-27 · Scott Clement · Politics_ A novel study compared the issues survey respondents said were important to their physiological reactions in a lab. ## [ICE Officer Accused in Minneapolis Shooting Released From Texas Jail](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/local-news/ice-officer-accused-in-minneapolis-shooting-released-from-texas-jail/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Brownsville, Texas — An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged in Minnesota with shooting a man and falsely reporting the incident was released from a Texas jail Thursday after a federal judge declined to force his extradition. Christian Castro faces Minnesota charges stemming from a Jan. 14 incident in Minneapolis. Prosecutors allege Castro fired through the front door of a home and… ## [Legal battle over Kennedy Center’s future continues](https://www.fox5dc.com/news/legal-battle-over-kennedy-centers-future-continues) _2026-08-27 · Stephanie.Ramirez@fox.com (Stephanie Ramirez) · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ Attorneys for Kennedy Center board member Rep. Joyce Beatty are again urging a federal judge to intervene as the legal fight over the future of the center intensifies. ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WO9Z2xYADtT9) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [World’s nuclear watchdog endorses Trump’s push for Kim Jong Un meeting](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/worlds-nuclear-watchdog-endorses-trumps-push-kim-jong-un-meeting/) _2026-08-27 · John Hudson · Politics_ In an interview with The Washington Post, Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for dialogue. ## [Millions Pour Into NY Governor Race](https://straightnews.org/millions-pour-into-ny-governor-race/) _2026-08-27 · editor · Straight News_ A brand-new outside group says it will pour millions into New York’s governor’s race to boost Bruce Blakeman and hammer Governor Kathy Hochul. Story Snapshot A new political action committee says it will raise millions to support Bruce Blakeman and oppose Governor Kathy Hochul. The group, Defend Empire State, plans hard-hitting independent ads against Democrats \[…\] ## [Two Mexican Nationals Plead Guilty to Alien Smuggling and Providing Material Support to a Designated Foreign Terrorist Organization](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/two-mexican-nationals-plead-guilty-alien-smuggling-and-providing-material-support-designated) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ Two Mexican nationals pleaded guilty today to multiple charges including alien smuggling and providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization, specifically, Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG). ## [Justice Department Finds George Washington University Medical School Discriminates Based on Race in Admissions](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-finds-george-washington-university-medical-school-discriminates-based) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division announced today its finding that the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Services (GW Med) intentionally discriminated based on race in granting and denying admission to its 2024 and 2025 incoming classes. GW Med’s discriminatory conduct violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the… ## [Mexican Fentanyl Manufacturer Pleads Guilty to International Drug Trafficking Offenses](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/mexican-fentanyl-manufacturer-pleads-guilty-international-drug-trafficking-offenses) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ A Mexican national pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to manufacture and distribute fentanyl for importation into the United States, and conspiracy to distribute listed chemicals for the unlawful importation of a controlled substance. ## [Massachusetts Man Sentenced for Cockfighting](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/massachusetts-man-sentenced-cockfighting) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ A Massachusetts man was sentenced today in federal court in Rhode Island for his role in a 2022 cockfighting operation in which he brought gaffs from Massachusetts to Rhode Island for animal fighting. ## [The Department of Justice Files Complaints Against Arizona, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington Challenging State Laws that Provide In-State Tuition to Illegal Aliens](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/department-justice-files-complaints-against-arizona-new-mexico-oregon-and-washington) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ Today, the Department of Justice filed lawsuits against four states that seek to undermine federal law by placing aliens over citizens in clear defiance of Congress’s commands. The Department filed complaints against Arizona , New Mexico , Oregon , and Washington , challenging state laws that provide in-state tuition and financial assistance for illegal aliens. These laws unconstitutionally… ## [Former U.S. Government Employee Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Classified Information to Foreign Government](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/former-us-government-employee-pleads-guilty-attempting-provide-classified-information) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ Nathan Vilas Laatsch, 29, of Alexandria, Virginia, a former IT specialist for the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), pleaded guilty yesterday to transmission of national defense information to a foreign government. ## [81 Members of a Violent Gang in Puerto Rico Charged with Drug Trafficking and Firearms Violations as Part of Homeland Security Task Force Initiative](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/81-members-violent-gang-puerto-rico-charged-drug-trafficking-and-firearms-violations-part) _2026-08-27 · Justice News_ Today in Puerto Rico, Attorney General Todd Blanche announced 81 members of a violent drug trafficking organization have been charged federally following a Homeland Security Task Force investigation. The FBI and the Puerto Rico Police Department successfully led the takedown and arrest yesterday of 70 defendants charged who are members of this violent drug trafficking organization that had been… ## [Inserting Logic Into an Illogical Framework: Advocates Discuss the Purpose of Shield Laws](https://assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/new-jersey-shield-law/) _2026-08-27 · Valorie Van-Dieman · Assigned Media_ New Jersey becomes the latest state striving to protect trans and reproductive health from political attacks. ## [Brisk AI News Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ngX9XYoyWX9w) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to audio briefings for top stories. ## [A former Mike Collins staffer posted KKK and Nazi images. Some Republicans see a pattern.](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/mike-collinss-former-staffer-posted-kkk-nazi-imagery/) _2026-08-27 · Liz Goodwin, Olivia George · Politics_ Rep. Mike Collins (R-Georgia) is challenging Sen. Jon Ossoff (D). The former Collins staffer posted a swastika and shared an image of himself in what appear to be KKK robes. ## [El-Sayed’s ties to firebrand influencer threaten Democrats’ path to control Senate](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/27/democrats-odds-michigan-over-el-sayeds-ties-controversial-streamer/) _2026-08-27 · Alexei Koseff · Politics_ Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed (D) has close political ties to political commentator Hasan Piker, who has been accused of antisemitism. Piker says his comments against Israel have been misunderstood. ## [Wes Moore holds nearly 48-to-1 cash advantage over Dan Cox in Maryland rematch](https://www.fox5dc.com/news/wes-moore-holds-nearly-48-to-1-cash-advantage-over-dan-cox-maryland-rematch) _2026-08-27 · Jim.Lokay@fox.com (Jim Lokay) · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports with the Maryland State Board of Elections. ## [Lisa Cook Rejects Trump’s Renewed Effort to Remove Her From Fed](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/news/lisa-cook-rejects-trumps-renewed-effort-to-remove-her-from-fed/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Washington, D.C. — Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is pushing back against President Donald Trump’s renewed effort to remove her from the central bank, arguing that disputed mortgage paperwork does not provide legal grounds for dismissal. Cook’s attorney, Abbe Lowell, told the White House Wednesday that allegations she made false statements on mortgage applications remain unproven and do not… ## [Florida Pressured Textbook Publishers to Water Down Climate Change Lessons](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/local-news/florida-pressured-textbook-publishers-to-water-down-climate-change-lessons/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Tallahassee, Florida — Florida education officials asked textbook publishers to remove or soften some references to climate change before approving science books for the state’s public schools, according to records obtained in a WUSF and Hechinger Report investigation. The changes occurred during Florida’s 2024 science textbook review. In one McGraw Hill marine science book, officials requested… ## [Wes Moore holds massive cash edge over Dan Cox in rematch](https://www.fox5dc.com/video/fmc-yx3qdzioza9tyorn) _2026-08-27 · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports. ## [Grand Jury Says DeSantis Administration Misappropriated $10 Million](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/local-news/grand-jury-says-desantis-administration-misappropriated-10-million/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Tallahassee, Florida — A state grand jury concluded that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration misappropriated $10 million in taxpayer money by diverting funds from a Medicaid settlement into the Hope Florida Foundation, according to a report obtained by CBS News Miami. The money came from a $67 million settlement with Centene Corporation. The grand jury said $10 million that should have been treated… ## [Johnson’s future as speaker rides on midterms](https://www.fox5dc.com/video/fmc-kqzux1k2pvadv8md) _2026-08-27 · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman spent a few days on the road following House Speaker Mike Johnson as he campaigns ahead of the midterms. “If they keep the majority, he will stay speaker for sure,” Gorman told Jim Lokay on The Final 5, but Republican losses could cloud his future not just in leadership, but in Congress. ## [LWV head warns mail ballot fight is sowing midterm confusion](https://www.fox5dc.com/video/fmc-ewj2dtbim1092vxj) _2026-08-27 · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ League of Women Voters CEO Celina Stewart says legal battles over President Trump’s election executive order and proposed mail-in ballot rules are creating uncertainty just months before the midterms. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, she argues the changes could complicate election planning, undermine voter confidence and discourage participation. ## [Education Department’s Pro-Trump Video Accidentally Invokes Adolf Hitler](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/news/education-departments-pro-trump-video-accidentally-invokes-adolf-hitler/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education deleted a pro-Donald Trump social media video Wednesday after viewers pointed out that its apparent attempt to portray the president as powerful unintentionally compared him with Adolf Hitler. The department posted a 19-second video on X captioned “No one does it like us” with a tiger emoji. It opened with Gary Oldman portraying British Prime… ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gIapVaImSaDY) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [Judge Rejects DOJ Bid to Erase Steve Bannon’s Contempt Conviction](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/news/judge-rejects-doj-bid-to-erase-steve-bannons-contempt-conviction/) _2026-08-27 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has rejected, for now, the Justice Department’s attempt to erase Steve Bannon’s contempt of Congress conviction, ruling that prosecutors failed to adequately explain why the case should be dismissed. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols, who was appointed by President Donald Trump in 2019, said prosecutors offered only a conclusory justification for dropping the… ## [Trump Election Order Faces Court Fight](https://straightnews.org/trump-election-order-faces-court-fight/) _2026-08-26 · editor · Straight News_ A federal judge declared key parts of President Trump’s elections order unconstitutional, yet the Supreme Court let the administration keep pushing it, setting up a clash over who runs America’s elections. Story Highlights California moved to sue after the Supreme Court allowed the administration to pursue its election order. A Massachusetts federal court said core \[…\] ## [Why Is Donald Trump Always Trying To Rename Something, And Why Is He Trying To Ruin The Kennedy Center? \[Op-Ed\]](https://newsone.com/6870364/trump-rename-kennedy-center-lake-ontario/) _2026-08-26 · Zack Linly · NewsOne_ OPINION: Trump's DOJ is threatening to break all the toys the president stole because a judge won't let him write his name all over them. ## [California Couple Says Baby’s Heart Condition Is Getting Worse, While Surrogate Fights For Custody \[Op-Ed\]](https://newsone.com/6870353/mckenna-west-surrogate-custody-battle/) _2026-08-26 · Zack Linly · NewsOne_ Nausheen Gilkar and Omar Ahmed are still embroiled in a multi-state legal battle with McKenna West, the surrogate they paid to have their baby. ## [Fired FEMA crew leader defends skipping homes with Trump campaign signs](https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/08/26/fired-fema-crew-leader-defends-skipping-homes-with-trump-campaign-signs/) _2026-08-26 · Brianna Sacks · Politics_ Marni Washington said she was following protocol to keep field workers safe in a politicized environment following 2024’s Hurricane Milton. ## [Judge lifts block on Trump changes to mail voting, though legal fights continue](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/26/judge-lifts-block-trump-changes-mail-voting-though-legal-fights-continue/) _2026-08-26 · Justin Jouvenal, Patrick Marley · Politics_ The president’s executive order is now in effect for the midterm elections, but the ruling leaves the door open to renewed challenges from rights groups. ## [Coalition Of Democratic States File Lawsuit Against Trump’s Mail-In Voting EO](https://newsone.com/6870342/democratic-states-mail-in-voting-lawsuit/) _2026-08-26 · Joe Jurado · NewsOne_ The Supreme Court struck down a lower court block on the executive order earlier this week, arguing that the lawsuits were filed too early. ## [Alaska’s weird (and important) Senate race](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/26/alaskas-weird-important-senate-race/) _2026-08-26 · Amber Phillips · Politics_ There will be two Dan Sullivans on the ballot, which greatly benefits Democrats. ## [Trump visa restrictions will worsen strains on the economy, experts say](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/26/trump-visa-restrictions-will-worsen-strains-economy-experts-say/) _2026-08-26 · Lauren Kaori Gurley · Politics_ Several Trump administration moves to restrict legal immigration, including a pause in visa appointments and the cancellation of tourism and business visas, will harm the economy and workforce, experts say. ## [Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas](https://www.fox5dc.com/news/judge-denies-minnesota-bid-keep-ice-agent-jailed-texas) _2026-08-26 · Howard.Thompson@fox.com (Howard Thompson) · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition. ## [Child Labor: Brooklyn Bridge Vending Returns](https://straightnews.org/child-labor-brooklyn-bridge-vending-returns/) _2026-08-26 · editor · Straight News_ Children as young as 11 are working as illegal street vendors on the Brooklyn Bridge, selling souvenirs and snacks despite a citywide ban that has been on the books for more than two years. Story Snapshot Unlicensed vendors, including some children, are back in large numbers on the Brooklyn Bridge walkway. A New York City \[…\] ## [Case against lawmaker charged in Delaney Hall clash can proceed, appeals court rules](https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/08/26/case-against-lawmaker-charged-delaney-hall-clash-can-proceed-appeals-court-rules/) _2026-08-26 · Jeremy Roebuck · Politics_ Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-New Jersey) has denied the allegations that she assaulted federal agents during a scuffle outside an immigration detention facility last spring. ## [What Are The 2026 Hurricane Names? The Complete List](https://newsone.com/6870305/what-are-the-2026-hurricane-names-the-complete-list/) _2026-08-26 · Shannon Dawson · NewsOne_ 2026 hurricane season has begun, with 21 names revealed. Dolly may be next as a tropical system develops. ## [Darline Graham’s Win In South Carolina Runoff Reverses Trump’s Losing Streak](https://newsone.com/6870318/darline-graham-runoff-win-reverses-trump-losing-streak/) _2026-08-26 · Joe Jurado · NewsOne_ Frustration is growing among GOP operatives that President Donald Trump has put such a pronounced focus on elections in solidly Red seats. ## [Ex-DOD worker admits trying to trade classified info for foreign citizenship](https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/08/26/ex-dod-worker-admits-trying-trade-classified-info-foreign-citizenship/) _2026-08-26 · Salvador Rizzo · Politics_ Cybersecurity specialist Nathan Vilas Laatsch, 29, had expressed disagreement with the Trump administration, court records state. ## [U.S. Disrupts China-Linked Hackers Targeting NASA, Fed and Senate](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/news/u-s-disrupts-china-linked-hackers-targeting-nasa-fed-and-senate/) _2026-08-26 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Washington, D.C. — U.S. authorities say they have disrupted a Chinese state-sponsored hacking operation that penetrated or targeted some of the federal government’s most sensitive networks, including NASA, the Federal Reserve, Justice Department and U.S. Senate . The Justice Department said Wednesday that the FBI seized three internet domains supporting two hacking platforms, QScan and QTRouter.… ## [Democratic States Sue USPS Over New Mail Ballot Restrictions](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/local-news/democratic-states-sue-usps-over-new-mail-ballot-restrictions/) _2026-08-26 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Boston, Massachusetts — Democratic attorneys general from 23 states and the District of Columbia sued the U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday, challenging new restrictions on mail-in ballots ordered by President Donald Trump. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Massachusetts, argues that the Constitution gives states—not the president or Postal Service—primary authority to administer elections.… ## [Talarico Shows Strength Against Paxton in Deep Trump Territory](https://newsfactsnetwork.com/local-news/talarico-shows-strength-against-paxton-in-deep-trump-territory/) _2026-08-26 · newsfactsnetwork · News Facts Network_ Austin, Texas — Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico leads Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in three South Texas congressional districts that President Donald Trump carried by double digits in 2024, according to a new Texas Southern University poll. The survey found Talarico ahead 50% to 42% in the 15th Congressional District, which Trump won by 18 points. Talarico led 51% to 41% in… ## [Maryland court blocks Democratic backed redistricting amendment from November ballot](https://www.fox5dc.com/news/maryland-court-blocks-democratic-backed-redistricting-amendment-from-november-ballot) _2026-08-26 · Homa.Bash@fox.com (Homa Bash) · Latest News | FOX 5 DC_ A Maryland court ruled that a Democratic‑backed constitutional amendment cannot appear on the November ballot, blocking an effort that could have allowed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections. ## [Abdul El-Sayed Talks About Failing Economy While Jesse Watters Predictably Focuses On Culture War \[Op-Ed\]](https://newsone.com/6870291/abdul-el-sayed-jesse-watters-interview/) _2026-08-26 · Zack Linly · NewsOne_ OPINION: Like many of Trump's blathering fan boys, Jesse Watters could not answer direct questions from El-Sayed because he was too busy regurgitating MAGA talking points.