Justice Department renews bid to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury materials

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor appointed by President Trump lacked lawful authority to pursue these cases. This decision voids the prosecutions and comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Justice Department's handling of the cases.

The Justice Department has announced a settlement in a lawsuit concerning RealPage's software, which was alleged to have enabled landlords to coordinate rental prices unfairly. This lawsuit raised significant concerns about potential anti-competitive practices in the apartment rental market.

More than 200 state lawmakers are urging Congress to reject a provision in an annual defense bill that would preempt state laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI). This bipartisan group expressed their concerns in a letter addressed to both the House and Senate, highlighting the importance of state-level regulations in managing AI technologies.

The US Justice Department has renewed its request to unseal grand jury materials from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, following a recent congressional vote that supports the release of related court records. This request, signed by US Attorney Jay Clayton, argues that the legislative action last week indicates a clear mandate for transparency regarding Epstein's case.

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who initiated the charges was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. This decision marks a significant setback for the prosecution, which had been pursued at the urging of former President Donald Trump.

U.K. Prime Minister Kier Starmer has suggested that former Prince Andrew should testify in the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, following a request from a U.S. House committee for royal cooperation. This development comes amid increasing scrutiny of Andrew's connections to Epstein and the broader implications of the scandal.

House lawmakers have expressed significant frustration over the recent surge of censure attempts, labeling the disciplinary tool as 'playground nonsense' that detracts from essential legislative work. In just one week, five censure resolutions were introduced, reflecting a growing discontent among members regarding the use of censure as a political weapon.

Recently, President Donald Trump has faced backlash for his derogatory remarks towards female reporters, including calling one a 'piggy' during a press event. This incident occurred amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, and his administration's handling of related documents.