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What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center

What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center

The Southern Poverty Law Center is in the spotlight after the civil rights group announced Tuesday that it is the subject of a U.S. Justice Department criminal investigation because of its past use of paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces a Justice Department criminal probe over paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces a Justice Department criminal probe over paid informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s the subject of a Justice Department criminal investigation and faces possible charges over its use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine and its reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, contending its article posted last week that talked about his alleged excessive drinking was a “malicious hit piece.”

Michigan refuses Trump administration demand for 2024 election ballots

Michigan refuses Trump administration demand for 2024 election ballots

By Katie Paul NEW YORK, April 19 (Reuters) - Michigan officials on Sunday pushed back on a U.S. Department of Justice demand for Detroit-area ballots and other materials related to the 2024 election, accusing the Trump administration of trying to cast doubt on the integrity of U.S. elections.

US Supreme Court to consider SEC's 'disgorgement' power

US Supreme Court to consider SEC's 'disgorgement' power

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) - The U.S.

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Workforce Amid Departures

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Workforce Amid Departures

The FBI and the Justice Department are facing significant challenges in rebuilding their workforce following a wave of resignations and firings over the past year. This situation has prompted the agencies to relax hiring requirements and accelerate recruitment processes. The FBI has implemented social media campaigns to attract applicants, offered shortened training for candidates from other federal agencies, and eased requirements for support staff transitioning to agent roles. Similarly, the Justice Department has begun hiring prosecutors directly out of law school to fill vacancies in U.S. attorney's offices nationwide. These changes are part of a broader effort to stabilize a workforce strained by retirements and resignations, partly due to concerns over the Trump administration's influence on the department. Critics argue that these measures may lower the standards of a law enforcement institution known for its professional expertise.

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Amid Staffing Shortages

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Amid Staffing Shortages

The FBI and Justice Department are facing significant staffing challenges due to a wave of resignations and firings over the past year. In response, these agencies are implementing measures to rebuild their workforce, including easing hiring requirements and accelerating recruitment processes. The FBI has launched social media campaigns to attract applicants and has relaxed certain training requirements for candidates from other federal agencies. Similarly, the Justice Department is hiring prosecutors directly out of law school to fill vacancies. These changes are part of a broader effort to stabilize the workforce, which has been strained by retirements and resignations linked to concerns over the Trump administration's influence on the department.

Trump says he will 'remember' companies that don't seek tariff refunds

Trump says he will 'remember' companies that don't seek tariff refunds

By David Lawder WASHINGTON, April 21 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he will "remember" companies that do not seek refunds for tariffs paid that were deemed illegal by the Supreme Court, implying they would somehow benefit by abstaining from the U.S. government's new refund portal

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Workforce Amid Resignations and Firings

FBI and Justice Department Struggle to Rebuild Workforce Amid Resignations and Firings

The FBI and Justice Department are working to rebuild their workforce following a significant number of resignations and firings over the past year. These departures have been partly attributed to concerns over the Trump administration's influence on the department. In response, the FBI has relaxed some hiring requirements and accelerated recruitment efforts, including using social media campaigns and offering abbreviated training for candidates from other federal agencies. The Justice Department has also adjusted its hiring practices, allowing for the recruitment of prosecutors directly out of law school to fill vacancies in U.S. attorney's offices.

Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce

Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce

The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year

Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild

Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild

The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year

President Trump Orders FBI Investigation into Missing Scientists Amid Rising Concerns

President Trump Orders FBI Investigation into Missing Scientists Amid Rising Concerns

The White House has announced that it is collaborating with the FBI and other relevant agencies to investigate a series of deaths and disappearances involving U.S. experts in advanced fields such as space, defense, and nuclear research. This decision follows growing speculation and concern over potential connections between these cases, although no official links have been confirmed. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the administration's commitment to thoroughly reviewing these incidents, stating that 'no stone will be unturned.' The cases under scrutiny include the disappearance of retired Air Force General William Neil McCasland and the death of scientist Amy Eskridge, among others.