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Dollar Falls and Precious Metals Surge on Concerns Over Fed Independence

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday fell by -0.27%. Threats to Fed independence hammered the dollar on Monday after Fed Chair Powell said the Justice Department's threat of criminal charges against the Federal Reserve over his June testimony on Fed headquarters renovations is the consequence of the Fed not...

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GOP lawmakers ding Powell probe as coercion, distraction

Some Republican lawmakers on Monday criticized the Justice Department’s investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

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Stocks Fall Slightly as Fed Independence Threatened

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.03%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.18%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.07%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.04%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Falls and Precious Metals Soar to Record Highs as Fed Independence Threatened

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.32%. Threats to Fed independence are hammering the dollar today after Fed Chair Powell said the Justice Department's threat of criminal charges against the Federal Reserve over his June testimony on Fed headquarters renovations is the consequence of the Fed not...

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Stocks Retreat on Concerns Over Fed Independence

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.23%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.58%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.27%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.22%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Powell blasts DOJ criminal probe as attack on Fed independence. 'Public service sometimes requires standing firm in the face of threats'

He said in a statement Sunday that the Justice Department served the Fed with grand jury subpoenas, threatening a criminal indictment.

Fortune

Feds bashed for "shocking" lockdown of Minneapolis ICE shooting probe

"It's shocking," says a lawyer who was a defense attorney for Derek Chauvin.

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Acting US Attorney John Sarcone Disqualified by Judge for Unlawfully Investigating Letitia James

Federal judge rules Acting US Attorney John Sarcone unlawfully serving in position, disqualifies him from criminal probes into NY AG Letitia James.

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Exclusive: DNC flags legal risks in Trump DOJ voter roll request

"Democrats stand ready to fight back and defend voters," DNC Chair Ken Martin said.

Axios

Lawmakers push for DOJ compliance with Epstein disclosure law

Lawmakers sought to ensure the release of documents about Jeffrey Epstein this week, after the Justice Department blew through a deadline.

Roll Call

Texas hands over complete list of registered voters to Trump administration

The Justice Department has asked states for their voter rolls with an eye toward purging ineligible voters. Democrats say sharing the data could violate federal election law.

The Texas Tribune

Trump-picked prosecutor disqualified from investigating NY AG Letitia James, judge rules

All subpoenas that Sarcone has issued must be "quashed," the federal judge ruled today.

Axios

Why the DOJ Has Stopped Describing Maduro as the Head of a Literal Drug Cartel

That embarrassing mistake highlights the slipperiness of Trump's attempts to justify legally dubious policies by invoking the specter of "foreign terrorist organizations."

Reason

Justice Department sues Connecticut and Arizona as part of effort to get voter data from the states

Officials in Connecticut and Arizona are defending their decision to refuse a request from the U.S. Justice Department to turn over detailed voter information

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House GOP hearing highlights Minnesota fraud concerns - Roll Call

House Republicans sought Wednesday to draw attention to an emerging scandal in Minnesota of misuse of federal funds by Somali communities.

We Got This Covered

Epstein files were supposed to be released in 30 days, the DOJ just admitted how long it could actually take

Are they dragging this on purpose?

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Spending package would reject proposed DOJ restructuring - Roll Call

A bipartisan spending package rolled out Monday would turn down several key Trump administration proposals to restructure DOJ components.

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Lawmakers, Capitol Police still pursuing Trump in Jan. 6 lawsuits - Roll Call

The lawsuits face a critical test before a judge who is to decide just how much a president can do without anyone being allowed to sue him.

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DOJ Redaction Deadline For Epstein Files Sparks 'Cover Up' Fears During US Military Raid In Venezuela

The US Department of Justice has failed to meet a statutory deadline to justify redactions in Jeffrey Epstein files, fueling allegations of a cover-up, at the same time President Trump's administration carried out a historic military operation in Venezuela to seize Nicolás Maduro.

Reason

The DOJ Thinks Cocaine Couriers Are Not Worth Prosecuting. Trump Thinks They Deserve To Die.

Even as the president blows up drug boats, the government routinely declines to pursue charges against smugglers nabbed by the Coast Guard.

The Independent UK

Federal judge dismisses Louisville police reform agreement spurred by Breonna Taylor's death

A federal judge in Kentucky has dismissed Louisville’s proposed settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice

The Guardian - US

2025 was a big year for climate in the US courts - these were the wins and losses

Americans are increasingly turning to courts to hold big oil accountable. Here are major trends that emerged last year

Roll Call

Trump voter data push prompts privacy concerns - Roll Call

The Trump administration has sought to collect voter data from nearly every state, prompting pushback from states and privacy advocates.

Fortune

DOJ Epstein review swells to 5.2 million files, over 400 attorneys, source says

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing pressure from Congress after the DOJ rollout lagged behind the Dec. 19 deadline to release the information.

The Independent UK

Trump’s equal opportunity agency wants to talk to white men about discrimination they have faced

Former workplace civil rights officials say Andrea Lucas falsely suggests white men in particular face egregious discrimination

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