Judge questions DOJ about lead-up to Comey indictment, expresses skepticism
In court Wednesday, former FBI Director James Comey sought to have the criminal charges against him dismissed.
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Bondi on Epstein files release
When asked whether the Justice Department will release all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein after the House and Senate passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Attorney General Pam Bondi said her office will "continue to follow the law with maximum transparency." She took questions during a news conference announcing new charges against alleged drug trafficker Ryan Wedding.
Senate agrees to pass Epstein files bill
The House on Tuesday voted almost unanimously to pass a bill that would compel the Justice Department to release any documents related to the Epstein investigation. Meanwhile, Senators, through the process of unanimous consent, agreed to send the bill to President Trump's desk for his signature without any amendments once it's received from the House. CBS News' Erica Brown has more.
Epstein files bill heads to Senate
The House on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed a bill to force the Justice Department to release its trove of files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Aaron Navarro have the latest.
Man charged after migrant boat capsizes near San Diego, killing 4
The suspected captain faces up to life in prison or the death penalty if convicted.
Trump administration sues California for banning agents from wearing face coverings
The Department of Justice is suing California over two recently enacted laws that would prohibit federal agents from wearing facial coverings and require them to identify themselves while conducting their duties.
Judge orders grand jury material be given to Comey, citing DOJ "missteps" in case
A federal magistrate judge wrote that there is a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps" in the case involving former FBI Director James Comey.
Judge accuses DOJ of misconduct in Comey case
In a blistering opinion, a federal judge in Virginia accused Justice Department prosecutor Lindsay Halligan of misconduct, saying there was a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps." Scott MacFarlane has more.
Behind Trump's reversal on releasing Epstein files
President Trump has changed his mind and is now calling on the House to vote to force the Justice Department to release all of its files on Jeffrey Epstein. Nancy Cordes has details.
Judge in Comey case chides Lindsey Halligan
A federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to turn over all grand jury materials to lawyers for James Comey while criticizing President Trump's appointed prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, for her handling of the case. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Trump asks Justice Department to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
DOJ to investigate Epstein's ties to Democrats
President Trump has asked the Justice Department and FBI to investigate convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's involvement with prominent Democrats, including former President Bill Clinton, and major financial institutions. Scott MacFarlane reports.
July memo contradicts new DOJ Epstein probe
In July, the Justice Department stated it found no evidence to warrant investigating anyone else in the Jeffrey Epstein case. Now, at the direction of President Trump, the DOJ is probing Epstein's alleged ties to Democrats and banks. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Eric Swalwell faces fraud allegations
A Trump administration housing official has referred Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California to the Justice Department over allegations involving mortgage fraud, according to sources. Swalwell, who served as an impeachment manager in President Trump's first term, has denied any wrongdoing.
Judge weighs Comey, James dismissal motions
A high-stakes hearing played out in a Virginia courtroom on Thursday over whether the federal charges brought against former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James should be dismissed. CBS News Department justice reporter Jake Rosen and CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson break it down.
Shutdown ends without health care subsidies
For the first time in six weeks, the U.S. government is open. President Trump signed a bill last night to fund the government through the end of January. CBS News' Taurean Small has more from Capitol Hill.
Details on Comey-James hearing
Attorneys representing both James Comey and Letitia James appeared in court on Thursday to argue for the dismissal of their federal indictments on the grounds that the prosecutor who obtained them was appointed unlawfully. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Epstein survivor Annie Farmer on files release
The House is expected to vote next week on releasing files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Survivor Annie Farmer joins "The Takeout" to discuss her push for disclosure.
House to soon vote on Epstein files release
House Speaker Mike Johnson says the House will vote on a discharge petition next week to seek the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest on the Trump administration's response.
Details on newly released Epstein emails
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released email exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and others about President Trump. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Prosecutors on leave over Jan. 6 riot descriptions
The Justice Department has put D.C. prosecutors on leave after they submitted a court memo describing those who attacked the Capitol on January 6, 2021 as "rioters." The filing was in a case involving Taylor Taranto, who was part of the Capitol riot and is currently facing unrelated weapons charges. Scott MacFarlane breaks it down.
Letitia James says, "I will not be deterred"
New York's Democratic Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to federal charges of bank fraud. The Justice Department claims James misled a bank when she obtained a mortgage on a second home in Norfolk, Virginia, to secure a lower interest rate on her loan. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
NBA dealing with fallout from gambling arrests
The NBA is now playing under a cloud of suspicion after arrests in sports rigging and illegal gambling probes. Chris Mannix, senior writer at Sports Illustrated, joins to discuss what he's learned from his NBA sources. Then, Ethan Shackelford, a principal security consultant at IOActive, who has conducted extensive research into rigging casino card-shuffling machines, joins us to share his findings.
Next steps in James case after not guilty plea
New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges on Friday and accused President Trump of vengeful prosecution. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown joins to weigh in on the case.
N.Y. AG Letitia James pleads not guilty to bank fraud charges in federal court
New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by the Justice Department in October on bank fraud charges.
Judge questions prosecutor's handling of indictment in Comey case
A judge repeatedly questioned prosecutors about the validity of the indictment returned by a grand jury and its handling by interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
Epstein messages show effort to connect with former friend Bill Gates
"He wants to talk to you but his wife won't let him," an apparent adviser to Gates told Epstein.
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FBI veteran alleges he was fired for displaying Pride flag
A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag displayed near his desk.
Trump vows U.S. help in settling Sudan war, at request of Saudi crown prince
President Trump said the U.S. is getting involved in peace efforts in Sudan at the request of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.
Former Olympian charged with ordering murder of federal witness, DOJ says
Court documents accuse Ryan Wedding of ordering the murder of a federal witness in January 2025.
Texas man indicted in death of "King of the Hill" voice actor Jonathan Joss
It is unclear whether the killing of "King of the Hill" voice actor Jonathan Joss will be considered a hate crime.
What happens to California's redistricting after Texas' maps were struck down?
The court ruling came after California voters formally approved a ballot measure that was introduced to counteract Texas' redistricting.
Summers resigns from OpenAI board, other roles after Epstein emails released
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said Wednesday that he is resigning from the board of OpenAI after last week's release of emails between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
House to vote on repealing new law allowing $500K lawsuits from senators
House lawmakers are moving quickly to repeal a provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over phone record seizures. It's unclear what the Senate will do.