All articles tagged with #us department of justice
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC News
A federal judge in Kentucky dismissed Louisville’s proposed police reform settlement with the US Department of Justice after the department withdrew support, emphasizing that local leadership should oversee police compliance, despite ongoing reforms and past incidents involving police misconduct.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Financial Times
The US Department of Justice has announced that the full release of Epstein's files may take a few more weeks, indicating ongoing legal processes and delays in transparency regarding the case.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by BBC
A recent release of Epstein files reveals emails involving Ghislaine Maxwell discussing 'inappropriate friends' and references to Prince Andrew, including investigations into his links with Epstein, though no evidence of wrongdoing has been found against him. The documents also include communications about trips and social connections, with some references to high-profile figures like Donald Trump.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Al Jazeera
The US DOJ has released new Epstein-related documents, revealing photos of prominent figures and details about his crimes, but many files are heavily redacted or missing, sparking criticism and calls for further transparency.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
The US Department of Justice dropped charges against Utah doctor Michael Moore, who was accused of destroying Covid vaccines and administering saline instead, citing his defense of patient choice and the questionable constitutionality of regulations at the time. The case drew support from some political figures and vaccine skeptics.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Al Jazeera
The president of the University of Virginia resigned under pressure from the US Department of Justice amid scrutiny of the university's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, reflecting ongoing tensions between the federal government and higher education institutions over DEI initiatives.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Consulting firm McKinsey has agreed to pay $650 million to settle charges related to its role in the US opioid crisis, where it allegedly conspired with Purdue Pharma to misbrand prescription drugs. The settlement includes a deferred prosecution agreement, requiring McKinsey to reform its practices. This follows previous settlements totaling nearly $1 billion over similar allegations. The opioid crisis has led to nearly 100,000 overdose deaths annually in the US.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Department of Justice
Two former high-ranking Syrian intelligence officials, Jamil Hassan and Abdul Salam Mahmoud, have been indicted in the U.S. for war crimes, including the cruel treatment of detainees, some of whom were U.S. citizens, during the Syrian civil war. The indictment, unsealed in Illinois, accuses them of overseeing torture and inhumane conditions at Mezzeh Prison near Damascus. The charges highlight the U.S. commitment to holding accountable those responsible for human rights abuses, even years after the alleged crimes occurred.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
The US Department of Justice is pushing for Google to sell its Chrome browser to dismantle its alleged monopoly on internet search, following a court ruling that found Google violated antitrust laws. The proposed divestiture aims to increase competition and reduce Google's dominance in the search and advertising markets. Google, which plans to appeal, argues that such measures would harm US tech leadership. The potential sale of Chrome and Android could significantly impact Google's business, particularly its advertising revenue.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
The US Department of Justice, led by special counsel Jack Smith, is moving to drop two federal criminal cases against Donald Trump, citing a policy against prosecuting a sitting president. This decision follows Trump's re-election and involves cases related to election interference and mishandling classified documents. While the cases against Trump are being dismissed, proceedings will continue against his co-defendants. The move marks an end to the unprecedented attempt to prosecute a former president, which some Democrats hoped would impact Trump's popularity.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for US attorney-general, a decision accepted by President-elect Donald Trump, who had controversially chosen Gaetz for the role. Gaetz cited his nomination as a distraction to the Trump transition team. His withdrawal follows concerns over his ability to pass Senate confirmation due to past allegations of misconduct. Trump has yet to announce a new nominee for the position.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and several executives have been indicted in New York for allegedly orchestrating a multi-billion-dollar fraud scheme involving bribery to secure solar energy contracts. The US Department of Justice claims Adani and others promised over $250 million in bribes to Indian officials, impacting Adani Group's stock value and sparking political controversy in India. The SEC has also charged Adani and others for misleading US investors, while Adani's reputation has been under scrutiny since a 2023 report by Hindenburg Research accused his group of stock manipulation and fraud.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
Donald Trump has tasked JD Vance with rallying support for Matt Gaetz, his controversial pick for attorney-general, amid allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use against Gaetz. Despite Gaetz's denial of wrongdoing, the House ethics committee is considering releasing its investigation findings. Trump's push for Gaetz's confirmation faces challenges, even with a Republican Senate majority, as several senators express concerns. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has publicly defended Gaetz, emphasizing his suitability for the role.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
The US Department of Justice is seeking to force Google to sell its Chrome browser to reduce its dominance in the internet search market, as part of broader antitrust actions. The DoJ, along with several US states, is also considering measures related to Google's AI and Android operations. This follows a court ruling that found Google violated antitrust laws. Google plans to challenge these actions, arguing they would harm consumers and technological progress. The case is reminiscent of the 1990s antitrust actions against Microsoft.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Ilya Lichtenstein has been sentenced to five years in a US prison for laundering proceeds from the 2016 Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange hack, which involved the theft of nearly 120,000 bitcoin. The stolen bitcoin, initially worth $70 million, had increased to over $4.5 billion by the time of his arrest. Lichtenstein's wife, Heather Morgan, who used the alias Razzlekhan, also pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering and is awaiting sentencing. The case resulted in the largest financial seizure in the US Department of Justice's history, recovering $3.6 billion in assets.