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Are the Bells Tolling for Donald Trump, at Long Last?
As we watch the walls close in on Trump, let's not forget that the potential for right-wing violence is all too real.
Trump Describes FBI’s Mar-a-Lago Search as “Dark Times” for the Country
The search couldn't have happened without probable cause and a sign-off from a federal judge, legal experts noted.
The Justice Department Obtains a Warrant to Search John Eastman’s Phone
Eastman crafted the six-point memo on how to carry out the “fake electors” scheme to keep Trump president.
Merrick Garland’s January 6 Investigation Appears to Be Zeroing In on Trump
The Justice Department appears to be investigating whether Trump and his allies committed conspiracy and fraud.
Report: Cassidy Hutchinson Is Cooperating With the DOJ’s Jan. 6 Trump Inquiry
The former White House aide made startling revelations about Trump to the January 6 committee last month.
DOJ Is “Finally Going for the Jugular” as Top Pence Aides Testify About Jan. 6
Pence's ex-chief of staff and top White House attorney recently appeared before the Justice Department's grand jury.
Garland Issues Memo Shielding Political Candidates From DOJ Inquiries
The directive requires any inquiry into candidates running for president to be approved by the attorney general first.
Steve Bannon Suddenly Wants to Talk to Jan. 6 Committee
The former Trump adviser says he wants to appear at a public hearing — a move that deeply worries some legal experts.
Probe of Fake Elector Scheme Grows as DOJ Seizes Nevada GOP Chairman’s Phone
The Justice Department has also subpoenaed Georgia's GOP chairman, along with a range of Trump supporters.
Trump Saying He Believed Lies About Voter Fraud Is No Defense, Legal Experts Say
Even if Trump actually believed the false claims, his worries do not justify his actions, two legal experts say.