Pam Bondi fields questions from senators about DOJ independence in her confirmation hearing. Concerns focus on potential influences from former President Trump and ensuring impartiality. Bondi emphasizes her commitment to the rule of law and independence, citing her legal record.
President Joe Biden, in his final foreign policy speech, stresses the importance of international partnerships. As he prepares to leave office, Biden reflects on the impact and direction of U.S. foreign policy under his leadership.
President-elect Donald Trump’s recent remarks about expanding U.S. borders have raised concerns among European nations. His comments on redrawing international borders to include regions like Canada and Greenland have sparked debate and caused unease.
President-elect Donald Trump has been sentenced for falsifying business records in a New York hush money case. A Manhattan judge gave him an unconditional discharge, meaning no jail time or penalties. Trump is the first president-elect with a felony conviction.
President Biden is scheduled to deliver a farewell address from the Oval Office on Wednesday, January 15. The White House made the announcement, highlighting a key moment in Biden’s presidency as he addresses the nation one last time.*
The Biden administration extends Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 1 million immigrants from El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela, allowing them to remain in the U.S. and work legally. This decision provides temporary relief amidst ongoing crises in their home countries and is part of a broader immigration policy debate in America.
The Supreme Court has ruled against Donald Trump’s request to delay his New York hush money case sentencing. This decision allows the legal proceedings to continue, impacting Trump’s political and legal landscape. The case remains a point of significant public and media attention.
A federal judge has halted Biden’s immigration initiative for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, affecting 500,000 potential beneficiaries. The ruling challenges the program’s legality, impacting immigration policy and mixed-status families.
Former President Donald Trump seeks the intervention of the Supreme Court to pause sentencing in his hush money case, citing risks of injustice and potential harm to the presidency. The legal team argues for Supreme Court review to address concerns of fairness and procedural bias. The Court’s decision remains pending, attracting widespread attention.
The Justice Department has advocated for the partial public release of special counsel Jack Smith’s report on the 2020 election investigation, citing public interest and transparency. This report involves scrutiny of former President Donald Trump’s actions related to the election. The legal proceedings for this request aim to balance transparency with protecting ongoing investigations and individuals’ fair trial rights.