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US Supreme Court hears Bayer's fight against Roundup lawsuits

US Supreme Court hears Bayer's fight against Roundup lawsuits

By Andrew Chung WASHINGTON, April 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court is set on Monday to consider Bayer AG's effort to shut down thousands of lawsuits accusing the company of failing to warn users that the active ingredient in its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer. 
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Trump and top officials were likely targets at media dinner, Justice Dept. head says

Trump and top officials were likely targets at media dinner, Justice Dept. head says

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the accused gunman who tried to storm the ballroom at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is believed to have been targeting President Donald Trump and top members of his administration
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Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit

Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit

The Justice Department is pushing to dismiss a lawsuit blocking President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project
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Federal Judge Skeptical of President Trump's $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit

Federal Judge Skeptical of President Trump's $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit

A federal judge has expressed skepticism about the constitutionality of President Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and the Treasury Department. The lawsuit, filed by Trump and his sons, alleges that the government failed to protect their confidential tax information, which was leaked by former IRS contractor Charles Littlejohn. Judge Kathleen M. Williams questioned whether Trump and the agencies are truly adversarial, given Trump's control over the executive branch. The judge has ordered both parties to provide more information on their relationship. The lawsuit is currently in settlement talks, with Trump's legal team requesting a 90-day extension. If a settlement is reached, it would involve Trump's administration paying him, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
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Judge Skeptical of President Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS and Treasury

Judge Skeptical of President Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS and Treasury

A federal judge has expressed skepticism regarding President Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department, questioning the constitutionality of the president suing federal agencies he oversees. The lawsuit, filed by Trump and his sons, alleges that the IRS failed to protect his confidential tax information, which was leaked by a former contractor. The judge has ordered both parties to provide more information on their relationship to determine if they are sufficiently adverse. Trump's legal team is in discussions with the IRS and Treasury to resolve the lawsuit, with a request for a 90-day extension to facilitate these talks.
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Justice Department Settlements with Trump Allies Raise Concerns Over Past Investigations

Justice Department Settlements with Trump Allies Raise Concerns Over Past Investigations

The Justice Department has been finalizing high-dollar settlements with allies of President Trump, including a $1.25 million settlement with Carter Page, a former campaign adviser, and over $1 million with Michael Flynn, Trump's former national security adviser. These settlements are part of a broader strategy to address claims of wrongful investigations and prosecutions during previous administrations. Critics argue that these payouts could undermine the rule of law and suggest that the Justice Department was weaponized against Trump and his supporters. The settlements have sparked concern among legal observers and Democrats, who worry about the implications for the integrity of past investigations.
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Law Firms' DEI Initiatives Deemed Less Important by Clients in 2026

Law Firms' DEI Initiatives Deemed Less Important by Clients in 2026

Law Firms' DEI Initiatives Deemed Less Important by Clients in 2026
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Federal Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Bill Maher Over Joke Involving Laura Loomer and President Trump

Federal Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Bill Maher Over Joke Involving Laura Loomer and President Trump

Federal Judge Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Bill Maher Over Joke Involving Laura Loomer and President Trump
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Justice Department Reinstates Firing Squads for Federal Executions Amid Capital Punishment Expansion

Justice Department Reinstates Firing Squads for Federal Executions Amid Capital Punishment Expansion

The Justice Department has announced the reinstatement of firing squads as a method of execution, as part of a broader initiative to expedite capital punishment cases under President Trump's administration. This move comes after a moratorium on federal executions during the Biden administration, which had removed the use of pentobarbital due to concerns about potential pain and suffering. The Trump administration is also reauthorizing the use of single-drug lethal injections with pentobarbital, previously used to carry out 13 executions. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the previous administration failed to protect the public by not pursuing capital punishment for dangerous criminals. Currently, only three defendants remain on federal death row, with 44 defendants facing potential death sentences.
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Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing way for Warsh

Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing way for Warsh

The Justice Department has ended its probe into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh
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Federal Reserve Chair Powell Faces Decision Amid Criminal Probe Conclusion

Federal Reserve Chair Powell Faces Decision Amid Criminal Probe Conclusion

Federal Reserve Chair Powell Faces Decision Amid Criminal Probe Conclusion
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Justice Department Ends Investigation Into Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell

Justice Department Ends Investigation Into Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell

The Justice Department has dropped its investigation into the Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell, regarding a renovation project at the central bank's headquarters. The Inspector General will now scrutinize the project's cost overruns, which have been a point of contention. The decision to end the investigation could pave the way for President Trump's nominee, Kevin Warsh, to be confirmed as the next Fed chair. The investigation had been a significant hurdle for Powell, who faced pressure from the Trump administration.