Judge dismisses cases against James Comey, Letitia James

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced plans to appeal a judge's decision to dismiss cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, asserting the need for accountability regarding their alleged unlawful conduct. This statement was made during a press conference in Memphis.

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.

Senate Democrats have formally requested Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Attorney General Pam Bondi to declassify a Department of Justice memo that outlines the legal justification for the Trump administration's military strikes against alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. This request comes from thirteen Senate Democrats who are advocating for transparency regarding the administration's actions.

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, Lindsey Halligan, was unlawfully appointed and lacked the authority to pursue these charges. This decision underscores significant procedural issues within the Justice Department regarding the appointments of interim officials.

A trial has been scheduled for August 2026 regarding a lawsuit that challenges the transfer of valuable real estate in Miami intended for the establishment of President Donald Trump's presidential library.

President Donald Trump has initiated the process to designate certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations, following an executive order that tasks Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent with submitting a report on chapters in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan within 45 days.

President Donald Trump has launched the 'Genesis Mission' to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) development aimed at enhancing scientific discovery through federal and private partnerships. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to position the U.S. as a leader in AI innovation.

The latest data from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reveals significant trends in arrests, detentions, and deportations under the Trump administration, which has focused on reshaping immigration enforcement since taking office. The Guardian US has been tracking these figures, highlighting the ongoing impact of Trump's mass deportation agenda.

Editor’s Note: Understanding the trends in immigration enforcement is crucial as it affects many lives and communities. This analysis sheds light on the impact of policy changes under the Trump administration, providing insights into how immigration practices have evolved.