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Jan. 6 Committee Makes First Request for Testimony From a Member of Congress
The first known request to a sitting member of Congress puts other Trump loyalists on notice that they may be next.
House Formally Votes to Charge Mark Meadows With Contempt of Congress
The measure now goes to the Department of Justice, which will make the final determination on whether to indict Meadows.
Trump Admits He Fired Former FBI Director James Comey to Benefit Himself
Commentators noted that Trump “basically” acknowledged that Comey's termination was to halt the Russia investigation.
Justice Department Sues Texas Over Racist Congressional Maps
The agency says that the new Republican-drawn maps dilute Latinx people’s voting power in the state.
January 6 Commission Votes to Forward Contempt Charges for Trump DOJ Official
The commission may drop its recommendation for charges if the former DOJ official agrees to testify in the near future.
DOJ Accuses Steve Bannon’s Lawyers of “Frivolous” Complaints in Contempt Trial
Bannon and his defense team want to “try this case in the media rather than in court,” the DOJ alleges.
DOJ Files Emergency Brief Asking Court to Unblock COVID Vaccine Work Rules
The Justice Department argued that the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals made an error in its original judgment.
Steve Bannon Surrenders to FBI, But Maintains He’s “Taking Down” Biden
The former Trump political adviser was found in contempt of Congress following his refusal to testify about January 6.
Rep. Darrell Issa May Be Implicated in Fortenberry Scandal
One of the richest members of the House may have been the target of a DOJ sting over a $30,000 donation.
Alleging Civil Rights Violations, DOJ Sues Texas Over Restrictive Voting Law
The law makes it harder for people of color, non-English speakers and Texas residents with disabilities to vote.