The Senate narrowly confirmed Emil Bove, a former Trump lawyer and Justice Department official, as a federal appeals court judge amid controversy and opposition from Democrats, who cite whistleblower evidence and his role in politically sensitive cases. Bove's confirmation highlights ongoing partisan tensions over judicial appointments and accountability.
The Senate confirmed Emil Bove, a former Trump defense attorney and Justice Department official, to a lifetime seat on a federal appeals court amid controversy and whistleblower allegations that he advocated ignoring court orders and misled Congress, with opposition mainly from Democrats and some Republican senators.
Rudy Giuliani has denied allegations that he is withholding assets ordered to be surrendered to two Georgia election workers he defamed, claiming that the accusations are false. This comes after a lawyer for the women alleged that property was missing from Giuliani's Manhattan apartment. Giuliani, who was found liable for defamation and ordered to pay $146 million, criticized the court's order for his appearance as political persecution. The case stems from Giuliani's false claims of ballot fraud during the 2020 election.
Former Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis has been suspended from practicing law in Colorado for three years after admitting to making false statements about the 2020 election. The Colorado Supreme Court approved the suspension, which was less severe than disbarment due to her role as an accessory and her letter of remorse. Ellis hopes her acceptance of the suspension will encourage others to reconsider their beliefs about the election being "stolen."