White Supremacy Is Greatest Threat to U.S., Garland, Mayorkas Testify
The heads of the Justice Department and Homeland Security warned senators Wednesday that white supremacy is the most serious threat facing the U.S.
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Judge Accuses Barr of Misleading Public about Special Counsel Investigation of Trump
A federal judge accused former Attorney General William Barr of deceiving the public about a Justice Department memo clearing former President Trump of potential charges following the special counsel investigation.
Merrick Garland Remembers Oklahoma City Bombing on 26th Anniversary
Attorney General Merrick Garland pledged to crack down on domestic violent extremists in a speech commemorating the 26th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing that killed 168 people.
Garland Sworn in As Attorney General, Vows to Restore Faith in DOJ
Attorney General Merrick Garland was sworn-in Thursday and pledged in a speech via video to “adhere to norms” and restore the Justice Department’s reputation for political independence.
Committee to Vote Today on Advancing Merrick Garland for AG Confirmation
By Steve Neavling The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to vote today on advancing Merrick Garland, President Biden’s pick for attorney general, to the full Senate for confirmation. Garland has bipartisan support and is expected to receive the committee’s approval for a full Senate vote. Garland testified before the committee last week during a…
Merrick Garland Gets Confirmation Hearing Before Senate Judiciary Committee
Merrick Garland, President Biden’s nominee for attorney general, will go before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday for the first day of a two-day confirmation hearing.
Biden to Nominate Merrick Garland as Attorney General
President-elect Joe Biden plans to nominate Merrick B. Garland, a widely respected federal judge, as attorney general.
Barr Reportedly Considering Stepping Down Before Trump’s Term Ends
Attorney General William Barr is considering resigning before the end of President Trump’s term, The New York Times reports, citing three sources familiar with the matter.