The Department of Justice is the federal agency that enforces federal law and represents the United States in legal matters. It investigates crimes, prosecutes cases, runs federal prisons, protects civil rights, oversees competition in markets, and handles immigration court. The attorney general leads it, and it works with state and local law enforcement and with federal courts across the country.
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On January 24, 2025, the Justice Department made two announcements that drew a sharp contrast. Federal prosecutors would pursue charges against protesters accused of interrupting worship…
In a ruling with profound constitutional implications, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has declared that Alina Habba, a central figure in…
The United States Department of Justice has announced a settlement with RealPage, Inc., resolving one of the most significant antitrust cases of the digital age. The…
President Donald Trump is asking the U.S. Department of Justice to pay him approximately $230 million for two federal investigations conducted while he was a private…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation investigates federal crimes, the Drug Enforcement Agency targets illegal drugs, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives enforces laws on firearms, explosives, alcohol, and tobacco.
The Antitrust Division (DOJ) protects competition in markets, and the Civil Rights Division (DOJ) enforces federal civil rights laws.
Recent debates about the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have raised questions about whether the agency could be weaponized to target political opponents or party…
Trump’s relationship with the Justice Department turns on presidential authority, case decisions, internal safeguards and the limits of outside oversight.
The Attorney General holds one of the most conflicted positions in American government. As a Cabinet member, they serve the President who appointed them.…
The United States operates a correctional system with federal, state, and local facilities. At the national level, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) manages…
The United States Department of Justice handles everything from federal crime investigations to civil rights violations. With over 117,000 employees across more than 40…
Moving presents unique legal challenges for firearm owners beyond the typical logistics of relocating. A change of residence triggers specific compliance requirements that, if…
American medicine cabinets hold a hidden danger. Expired, unused, and unwanted prescription medications become starting points for misuse, addiction, and overdose deaths. These drugs…
Learn how drug courts combine treatment and supervision, who can enter, what sanctions and graduation mean, and the legal terms to check before joining.
An animal tranquilizer never intended for people has infiltrated the U.S. illicit drug supply, creating a new dimension to the nation's overdose crisis. The…
The Attorney General of the United States holds one of the most powerful and precarious positions in the federal government. As the nation's chief…
