Officials Move to Open Inquiry on Trump’s ‘Russia Hoax’ Grievance

Such an investigation would have to overcome a number of legal and practical hurdles, but an order by Attorney General Pam Bondi asking for a grand jury inquiry accomplishes political objectives.

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Office of Special Counsel Opens Investigation Into Jack Smith Over Trump Prosecution

The former special counsel is being investigated for possible violations of the Hatch Act, which restricts partisan activities by federal employees. A G.O.P. senator had requested an inquiry over Mr. Smith’s prosecution of Donald Trump.

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Trump Administration Fires More DOJ Employees Who Worked for Special Counsel

The latest round of firings targets not just prosecutors but also support staff members who played a smaller role.

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Trump’s Pick for Top D.C. Prosecutor Faces Calls for Confirmation Hearing

Congressional aides of both parties believe that the nominee for U.S. attorney, Ed Martin, appears to have a solid chance of squeaking through on a party-line vote.

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Judge Howell Assails Trump White House Bid to Remove Her From Perkins Coie Case

The move to disqualify the judge was emblematic of the Trump administration’s broader attacks on the federal judiciary, which in recent weeks has pushed back against executive actions.

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Trump’s Justice Dept. Speech Shows a Renewed Quest for Vengeance

The sole offense of those President Trump singled out in remarks at the Justice Department appeared to have been trying to hold him accountable for his actions.

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Trump Expands Attacks on Law Firms, Singling Out Paul, Weiss

Experts have warned that the president’s efforts threaten the ability of lawyers to do their jobs and private citizens to obtain legal counsel.

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Trump’s Revenge on Law Firms Seen as Undermining Justice System

The president’s use of government power to punish firms is seen by some legal experts as undercutting a basic tenet: the right to a strong legal defense.

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F.B.I. Returns Materials Taken From Mar-a-Lago to Trump

Among the items taken from the president’s Florida residence were files that investigators said contained classified material and formed the central evidence in one of the criminal cases against him.

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Trump Takes Aim at Law Firm Aiding Jack Smith

The move, signed by President Trump on Thursday, is a major escalation of his promise to pursue perceived foes.

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