A memo asserts that state and local officials are bound to cooperate and could face criminal prosecution or civil penalties ...

The Justice Department's new leadership directed prosecutors to potentially charge state or local officials who impede ...

The president-elect’s defense lawyers accused the special counsel of unethical and improper behavior in his prosecutions of their client. They could be in senior Justice Department roles within weeks.

Donald Trump returned to power as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, saying in his second inaugural address ...

Donald Trump has been given an unconditional discharge over hush money payments sent to porn star Stormy Daniels, avoiding ...

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Follow updates and coverage on Trump's administration as the president addresses the World Economic Forum and the Senate ...

Smith's report provides new details about election-interference charges against Trump, says he believes election victory ...

Mr Trump’s sentence of an unconditional discharge ... person convicted of a felony to assume the presidency. Lawyer Emil Bove, left, listens as lawyer Todd Blanche and President-elect Donald ...

Trump's pick to have defense lawyers lead the Justice Department sparked some concerns. They will likely to be front and center at today's confirmation hearing.