A federal judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was vindictive following his successful challenge to wrongful deportation.
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The Justice Department has launched a $1.7 billion fund to compensate individuals claiming they were politically targeted, following a settlement involving former President Trump. The fund, overseen by a commission, has already received its first claim from a Trump ally and faces criticism over transparency and oversight.
The Justice Department has created a nearly $1.8 billion fund as part of a settlement to compensate individuals claiming government "weaponization." The fund has drawn criticism over its bypassing of congressional oversight and potential constitutional issues.
Ed Gallrein, backed by Donald Trump and MAGA allies, defeats incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s Republican primary. The costly race featured heavy spending from pro-Trump and pro-Israel groups.
President Trump and the Justice Department settle a $10 billion IRS lawsuit by creating a $1.7 billion fund to address claims of government "weaponization." The fund will provide a process for victims to seek redress but awards no damages to Trump or his family.
A Secret Service officer was shot by the suspected gunman at the White House Correspondents' Dinner but was not seriously injured. Cole Allen, charged with attempted assassination of the president, was arrested at the scene and remains in custody.
The Senate Banking Committee advances Kevin Warsh's nomination for Federal Reserve chair amid partisan divisions and ongoing political controversy. Meanwhile, current Chair Jerome Powell announces he will remain on the Fed board after his term ends, citing political pressures and investigations.
Former FBI Director James Comey faces new federal charges over an Instagram post interpreted as a threat against former President Trump. The indictment marks the second prosecution of Comey by the Trump-era Justice Department.