Why Trump reportedly wants millions from DOJ
President Trump believes the Justice Department should pay him $230 million as compensation for past investigations, according to a report by the New York Times. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more details.
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Why Trump may demand DOJ pay him $230 million
President Trump could demand the government pay him $230 million. It would be taxpayer dollars, approved by the DOJ, that he says he deserves for past cases. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane explains.
Trump to demand compensation from DOJ: NYT
President Trump is expected to soon request $230 million from the Department of Justice as compensation for cases brought against him, according to The New York Times. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on that and more..
Jack Smith's attorneys defend special counsel's analyzing GOP lawmakers' phone data
Attorneys for former special counsel Jack Smith called his actions "entirely lawful, proper and consistent with established Department of Justice policy."
Comey seeks to have indictment tossed for vindictive prosecution
Attorneys for former FBI Director James Comey called the criminal charges against him an "egregious abuse of power" driven by "President Trump's personal animus."
James Comey files bid to toss indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey is asking a judge to dismiss the criminal charges against him, claiming the prosecution is vindictive and unlawful. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
DOJ whistleblower says he refused to lie in the Abrego Garcia case
Former Justice Department lawyer Erez Reuveni is speaking out about a pattern of troubling behavior he says he witnessed inside the DOJ that undermined the rule of law.
Whistleblower says Justice Department has undermined the rule of law
Former Justice Department lawyer Erez Reuveni speaks out about the disregard of due process and for the rule of law that he says he witnessed in his final weeks at the Department of Justice.
From dedicated DOJ lawyer to whistleblower
Former Justice Department lawyer Erez Reuveni speaks out about the disregard of due process and for the rule of law that he says he witnessed in his final weeks at the Department of Justice.
Erez Reuveni | Sunday on 60 Minutes
In his first television interview, former Justice Department attorney Erez Reuveni — who worked at the DOJ for 15 years — says he witnessed a troubling pattern of behavior inside the department before he was fired. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
The merits of the case against John Bolton
The Department of Justice has indicted President Trump's former national security adviser, John Bolton. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports and Caroline Polisi has analysis.
Bolton indictment contains 18 criminal counts
A federal grand jury has indicted former Trump national security adviser John Bolton on 18 counts related to the transmission and retention of national defense information. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports. Then, former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen joins with analysis.
Ex-national security adviser Bolton indicted
A federal grand jury indicted former national security adviser John Bolton for allegedly mishandling classified documents on Thursday. John Dickerson anchors a special report.
Feds seize $15 billion in bitcoin after busting alleged global crypto scam
Federal prosecutors said a criminal network in Cambodia used forced labor to extract billions from victims in the U.S. and around the world.
Meta scraps Facebook page tracking ICE agents in Chicago, at DOJ's request
Meta has removed a Facebook page used to track the presence of immigration agents at the request of the Department of Justice, the company confirmed on Tuesday.
Letitia James attends rally amid indictment
New York Attorney General Letitia James appeared at a campaign rally for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Monday night, marking her first public appearance since she was indicted by the Trump Justice Department last week. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" with more.
Watchdog group seeks probe of Comey, Letitia James cases
Former federal ethics officials are asking the Justice Department's watchdog to look into the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James, which they called a "turning point in our democracy."
Letitia James calls charges "baseless"
A Virginia grand jury on Thursday indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and one count of making false statements to a financial institution. CBS News Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
What prosecutors must prove in AG James' case
A federal grand jury on Thursday indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on two charges. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
New York AG Letitia James indicted by grand jury
A grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Early details on Letitia James' indictment
A grand jury in Virginia on Thursday indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James. James brought and won a civil fraud case against President Trump, his adult sons and the Trump organization, with Mr. Trump being ordered to pay $355 million for inflating property values. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Grand jury indicts New York AG Letitia James
A Virginia grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday, marking the second foe of President Trump to face federal prosecution in recent weeks. CBS News' Maurice DuBois anchors a special report.
Epstein death probe marred by lapses, experts say
Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.
How strong is the case against Comey?
Former FBI director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges of lying to Congress and obstruction. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
How James Comey may try to dismiss DOJ case
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to two felonies on Wednesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join "The Takeout" to break down the arraignment.
Iran's exiled crown prince urges Trump to intervene soon so regime "finally collapses"
In an interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell on Monday, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi said, "We need action to be taken."
Trump briefed on military, cyber, psychological options for Iran, sources say
President Trump has been briefed on a wide array of military and covert tools that can be used against Iran that go well beyond conventional airstrikes, including cyber operations and psychological campaigns, Pentagon officials said.
Lawmakers to visit Denmark as Trump threatens to take over Greenland
President Trump's remarks about taking Greenland by military force have prompted bipartisan criticism from lawmakers who have said they do not support acquiring the Danish territory in such a way.
Trump slaps 25% tariffs on any countries that do business with Iran
President Trump said Monday he's imposing 25% tariffs on all countries that do business with Iran, as the administration pressures the Iranian government amid anti-regime protests.
Deputy to Lindsey Halligan fired over James Comey case
Lindsey Halligan's deputy in the U.S. attorney's office in the Eastern District of Virginia, Robert McBride, was fired after refusing to lead the prosecution of James Comey, a source said.
Minnesota, Twin Cities file lawsuit in effort to stop ICE surge in state
The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, are suing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other federal officials in an effort to stop the surge of federal law enforcement officials coming into the state.
Colorado Gov. Polis on "pro-freedom" vaccine stance, fraud claims from Trump
"We have rights. Fundamental rights," Polis said. "When you're minding your business and doing your own thing, really, the government shouldn't interfere."
Warren says Congress could work with Trump to cap credit card rates
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, said she told President Trump Congress could cap credit card rates if he pushes for it.
Former U.S. Navy sailor gets more than 16 years for selling secrets to China
Patrick Wei, a former U.S. Navy sailor who sold manuals for ships and operating systems to an operative working for China, was sentenced to more than 16 years in prison, prosecutors said.