Senate passes Epstein files release bill by unanimous consent after Trump reverses monthslong opposition following rebellion by his own supporters.
South Dakota opens seventh prison death investigation since February as inmate dies from suspected overdose, two previous cases resulted in charges against alleged drug suppliers.
Trump says he would sign bill releasing Epstein files after Sunday reversal, claims “it is really a Democrat problem” while attempting to shift attention to Clinton and Summers.
North Carolina Gov. Stein warns Border Patrol planning Raleigh operation following Charlotte sweep where agents detained at least one U.S. citizen, mayor confirms federal presence.
Judge orders prosecutors to hand over 30 additional videos by Nov. 26 in Rep. McIver assault case, frustrated by “piecemeal” evidence delivery months after indictment.
Former Arizona GOP Rep. Austin Smith pleads guilty to forging over 100 signatures on reelection petitions after previously calling charges “ludicrous” and spreading false 2020 election fraud claims.
Federal prosecutors charge alleged panga captain after Friday boat capsizing off California coast killed four migrants, survivors say he refused to turn back.
Tennessee judge blocks National Guard deployment in Memphis ruling Gov. Lee exceeded authority, issues 5-day hold allowing appeal.
44% of Americans believe Trump involved in Epstein crimes according to YouGov poll published as House prepares vote on releasing all Justice Department files.
U.S. military kills three in 21st strike on alleged drug boat since September, providing no evidence as death toll from attacks in Caribbean and Pacific exceeds 75.
Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino arrests 81 in Charlotte Saturday, posts their photos with mocking captions on X during operation named after ‘Charlotte’s Web.’
Indiana State Sen. Greg Goode swatted hours after Trump names him on Truth Social for refusing to advance redistricting Trump says would help House Republican majority.
Trump calls on House GOP to release Epstein files after discharge petition forces vote, reversing opposition following email revelation that he ‘knew about the girls.’
Trump claims unnamed “they” could have added incriminating evidence to Epstein files after the election to explain potential damaging revelations.
Trump pardons at least a dozen people prosecuted by his own first-term appointees, erasing over $1 billion in court-ordered restitution to victims.
Federalized California and Texas National Guard troops withdraw from Portland and Chicago after courts blocked their deployment since October.
Marines acknowledge they returned fire on gang members who attacked Thursday in Port-au-Prince, where gangs control 90% of city.
Man arrested 3 days after entering Newark federal building with bat and damaging U.S. Attorney Alina Habba’s office.
Trump pardons 2 Jan. 6 rioters for illegal weapons and FBI threats discovered during investigations, saying the searches should never have occurred.
Border Patrol breaks man’s truck window while demanding papers in Charlotte, the first U.S. city where CBP operates immigration enforcement independently of ICE.
Memphis National Guard deployment expands to 350 troops under Trump task force while Shelby County Mayor Harris sues Governor Lee claiming unconstitutional military use.
USVI House delegate Plaskett received real-time texts from Epstein during 2019 Michael Cohen hearing that appeared to influence her questioning about Trump assistant, newly released documents show.
Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council head appoints himself to prosecute Trump state election interference case after multiple prosecutors decline before court deadline that would have dismissed charges.
Justice Department replaces pardons bearing identical Trump signatures after online speculation, blaming technical error despite House GOP declaring Biden’s autopen use void and demanding DOJ investigation.
Federal Bureau of Prisons requests transfer of Tina Peters, convicted of voting machine access crimes, from Colorado state prison despite behavior violations that blocked safer state housing.
Bondi assigns Manhattan prosecutor Jay Clayton to investigate Clinton, other Trump foes’ Epstein ties hours after Trump’s demand, though FBI found no evidence and none accused by victims.
Man arrives at New Jersey U.S. Attorney’s office with baseball bat seeking meeting with Alina Habba, returns without weapon and tears down pictures after being denied entry.
DHS kept Chicago gang records seven months past deletion order in violation of domestic intelligence rules, with 797 files on mostly Black and Latino residents labeled by police as “SCUM BAG” or “TURD.”
Iowa jail issues ICE detainer on Arizona tribal member despite tribal ID, fingerprints and prior bookings, claiming clerical mix-up hours before scheduled deportation.
Federal judge orders release of 615 immigration detainees arrested under Trump’s mandatory detention policy, calling it departure from prior law that entitled them to bond hearings.
House Democrats release Epstein emails claiming Trump knew about underage girls hours before shutdown vote, prompting GOP to release 20,000 more pages.
Trump pardons Rep. Diana Harshbarger’s husband for 2013 medical fraud conviction three days after endorsing her 2026 reelection though he already served 48-month prison sentence and paying $848,504 restitution.
FCC rolls back rate caps for prison phone and video calls despite research showing family contact reduces recidivism, allowing charges up to $0.41 per minute.
Trump pardons former NYPD sergeant convicted of helping China intimidate ex-official to return home while two Chinese co-defendants remain in prison.
Federal magistrate judge plans Thursday visit to ICE Broadview facility where detainees testified to being held 100-plus in cells with no beds or hot meals.
Justice Department issues 30 subpoenas targeting Obama intelligence officials in fresh investigation of 2016 Russia probe preparation.
Jury finds D.C. man not guilty of assaulting federal agent by throwing sandwich at him after grand jury earlier refused felony indictment.
Judge restricts federal agents’ use of force in Chicago after finding Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino lied about protester attack.
Trump pardons former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada after conviction on 14 counts including conspiracy, fraud and money laundering in scheme to defraud state.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to pay full November SNAP benefits by Friday after government attempted to fund only half despite having multibillion-dollar contingency fund available during shutdown.
Judge criticizes Justice Department’s “indict first, investigate second” approach in Comey case and orders all evidence turned over by Thursday following indictment Trump demanded.
Federal prosecutors try DC man for throwing sandwich at Customs and Border Protection agent after grand jury refused felony indictment, with agent testifying “I could smell the onions and mustard.”
Judge Gettleman says Broadview ICE facility “has really become a prison” and agrees to restraining order after five detainees describe 100 to 150 people sleeping on floors near open toilets.
Defense Secretary Hegseth announces 16th attack on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific killing 2, bringing death toll to 66 as both parties demand legal justification and evidence.
FBI Director Kash Patel fires, unfires, then refires 4 agents connected to Jack Smith probe and Arctic Frost investigation in chaotic 24-hour purge of investigators.
Maine voters approve red flag gun law 60% to 40% despite Governor Mills and police opposition, letting families petition courts to remove weapons from dangerous relatives after Lewiston shooting killed 18.
Trial begins for Sean Dunn, fired Justice Department paralegal arrested by SWAT team after throwing sandwich at federal agent despite grand jury declining felony charge.
Texas accounts for 1 in 4 ICE arrests while 59% of those detained have no criminal convictions despite Trump administration pledges to pursue “the worst of the worst.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces 17th vessel attack killing 3 people one day after UN called for halt to strikes, condemned attacks as extrajudicial killings violating international law.