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How the DOJ Settlement with RealPage Will Change the Rental Market

The United States Department of Justice has announced a settlement with RealPage, Inc., resolving one of the most significant antitrust…

Why Trump Is Demanding $230 Million From Justice Department

President Donald Trump is asking the U.S. Department of Justice to pay him approximately $230 million for two federal investigations…

How Criminal Tax Enforcement Works

Recent debates about the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have raised questions about whether the agency could be weaponized to target…

The Trump Administration’s Control of the Department of Justice

The United States Department of Justice has long operated under a guiding principle solidified after the Watergate scandal: prosecutorial independence.…

How Attorneys General Have Balanced Politics and Independence Since Watergate

The Attorney General holds one of the most conflicted positions in American government. As a Cabinet member, they serve the…

Finding a Federal Inmate

The United States operates a correctional system with federal, state, and local facilities. At the national level, the Federal Bureau…

How to Contact the US Department of Justice [2025]

The United States Department of Justice handles everything from federal crime investigations to civil rights violations. With over 117,000 employees…

How to Update Your Firearms License When Moving

Moving presents unique legal challenges for firearm owners beyond the typical logistics of relocating. A change of residence triggers specific…