The Justice Department is investigating whether E. Jean Carroll committed perjury during her lawsuits against Donald Trump, focusing on undisclosed legal funding from billionaire Reid Hoffman. Carroll previously won multi-million dollar judgments against Trump for sexual assault and defamation.
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A ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran has eased tensions but gas prices remain high amid uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz. Experts say any relief at the pump could take weeks and may reverse if the truce falters.
Former President Donald Trump has appointed Alice Marie Johnson, whose life sentence for a nonviolent drug offense he previously commuted, as the new "pardon czar," highlighting the potential for second chances and the impact of clemency. Johnson, now an advocate for criminal justice reform, expressed her gratitude and commitment to her role, emphasizing the transformative power of clemency. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Oyer continues to oversee the clemency process as the U.S. pardon attorney, ensuring fairness and transparency, while political tensions remain high with incidents such as Rep. Al Green's removal from the House chamber and interactions between Trump and Chief Justice John Roberts drawing attention.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has expressed concerns about Lee Dudek's appointment as acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, questioning his past actions and statements, including a LinkedIn post where he boasted about pressuring agency executives to support cost-cutting initiatives linked to Elon Musk. Warren's letter highlights Dudek's controversial practices, such as sharing executive contact information and reallocating funds, prompting her to seek clarity on his suitability for the role. The situation is part of a broader inquiry into Dudek's conduct and reflects ongoing challenges within government agencies to maintain accountability and transparency amid external pressures.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has expressed concerns about Lee Dudek's appointment as acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, questioning his past actions and connections, particularly a LinkedIn post where he mentioned pressuring agency executives to support a cost-cutting initiative led by Elon Musk. Warren's inquiry highlights broader worries about the influence of private sector figures on public administration and whether Dudek's methods meet ethical standards. The situation is further complicated by a controversial email, known as the Elon/DOGE threat email, which pressured agencies to respond quickly, although most have now aligned their responses, except for the Commerce Department, which faced delays despite Secretary Lutnick's connections to former President Trump.