Boasberg calls DOJ whistleblower to testify as he considers contempt charge against Trump officials

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has initiated a lawsuit against the Trump administration to compel the release of a Justice Department opinion that legitimizes military actions against vessels allegedly transporting drugs to the United States. This legal action highlights concerns over the transparency and legality of such military operations.

A federal judge has approved the Justice Department's request to release previously sealed documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, as part of the case against Ghislaine Maxwell, his accomplice in sex trafficking. This decision marks a significant step towards transparency in the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding Epstein's criminal activities.

A federal judge in New York has ordered the release of grand jury records related to Ghislaine Maxwell's investigation, following a request from the Justice Department. This decision is part of ongoing efforts to enhance transparency in high-profile legal cases.

A federal judge is investigating whether Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should face contempt charges for her role in approving flights that deported Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador, despite a court order to halt such actions. The judge has expressed a desire to hear from a whistleblower and a senior Justice Department official as part of this inquiry.

Alina Habba has resigned from her position as the top federal prosecutor in New Jersey following a federal appeals court ruling that deemed her appointment unlawful. This decision is part of a broader trend where the Justice Department has faced challenges regarding the legality of U.S. attorney appointments in various states, including Nevada, California, and Virginia.

A federal judge has temporarily barred the Justice Department from using specific evidence against former FBI Director James B. Comey, complicating the department's efforts to pursue a new indictment against him. This ruling highlights ongoing legal challenges faced by Comey as he navigates accusations stemming from his tenure at the FBI.

A shootout at a gas station in Omaha, Nebraska, resulted in four police officers being injured after a convicted felon and illegal immigrant from El Salvador opened fire on a shopper. The incident escalated quickly, leading to a violent confrontation with law enforcement.

A federal judge has temporarily barred the Justice Department from using evidence previously relied upon to seek a new indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, marking a significant setback in the ongoing legal proceedings against him. This ruling follows a series of judicial decisions questioning the legitimacy of the prosecution's actions and the appointment of the prosecutor involved.