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Trump Appoints Defense Attorneys to Top Justice Department Posts
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump announced Thursday that he has chosen three members of his criminal defense team, including lead attorney Todd Blanche, to assume senior roles within the Justice Department.
Secret Service Agent Fired After Inviting Girlfriend to Obama’s Hawaii Home
A Secret Service agent, assigned to protect former President Obama, invited his girlfriend to tour Obama’s Hawaii property while the Obamas were away, according to a memoir by the woman involved.
Matt Gaetz Nominated as Attorney General, Abruptly Leaves Congress
President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he has selected Rep. Matt Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general.
CIA Official Arrested on Charges of Leaking Classified Info About Israel’s Plans to Attack Iran
Asif W. Rahman was indicted in federal court in Virginia.
Special Counsel Jack Smith to Wrap Up Trump Cases and Resign Before Inauguration
Jack Smith, the special counsel who led two federal prosecutions against Donald J. Trump, is planning to complete his work and resign, along with other team members, before Mr. Trump assumes office in January.
Trump’s Power Play: How a Second Term Could Reshape the Justice Department
By Steve Neavling Former President Donald Trump has signaled an unprecedented use of executive power over the Justice Department, a move that could fundamentally alter its independence. Trump has publicly threatened to leverage federal prosecutors to investigate and potentially charge his perceived adversaries, a stance with few legal restrictions. Under current law, the president holds…
Trump Considers Replacing FBI Director Wray, Eyes Kash Patel for Top Bureau Role
FBI Director Christopher Wray and President-elect Donald Trump’s team are preparing for the possibility that Trump may replace Wray in the new administration, according to three individuals familiar with the situation.
Trump Taps South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem to Lead Homeland Security
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem to serve as the next secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.