CVS Pharmacy faces a civil lawsuit from the Department of Justice for allegedly violating the Controlled Substances Act by filling unlawful opioid prescriptions from 2013. The complaint also accuses CVS of violating the False Claims Act. CVS disputes the allegations, stating all prescriptions were FDA-approved and written by licensed practitioners. The company’s stock initially saw a rise but remains down significantly year-to-date.
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering Kash Patel for a top position at the FBI or DOJ, a move that has sparked significant controversy due to Patel’s lack of traditional law enforcement experience and his outspoken criticism of the FBI. The potential appointment raises concerns about the future direction of these crucial agencies.
The Department of Justice is pushing for Google to sell off Chrome browser, citing anti-competitive practices. This move, if successful, would dramatically reshape the internet browser landscape. Google plans to appeal, arguing the proposed changes are excessive and harmful.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has unveiled federal charges against three individuals, alleging they were involved in an Iranian scheme to assassinate former President Donald Trump. The alleged plot, orchestrated by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), involved surveillance and a seven-day deadline to execute the assassination. This revelation underscores the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, particularly as the Iranian regime continues to engage in cyber and physical threats against American interests.
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Alabama, accusing the state and its top election official of illegally removing voters from registration rolls based on noncitizen identification numbers. The lawsuit claims the removals were made too close to the election and violated federal law, potentially disenfranchising eligible voters. The DOJ seeks to restore voting rights for those impacted and prevent future confusion.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has outlined a comprehensive plan to address concerns about the alleged weaponization of the Department of Justice (DOJ) against former President Donald Trump. The strategy focuses on oversight, appropriations, and legislation, with the aim of reining in what Johnson sees as the politicization of the agency. Johnson’s announcement comes amid Trump’s ongoing legal battles in several jurisdictions.
Democratic Representative Henry Cuellar of Texas will face indictment from the Department of Justice, according to sources. The specific charges are yet to be disclosed but are anticipated to be made public on Friday. The indictment stems from an ongoing investigation into a group of American businessmen and their alleged ties to Azerbaijan. In 2022, federal authorities conducted a raid on Cuellar’s residence and office as part of the investigation. Cuellar and his staff have agreed to cooperate with the inquiry, which has included subpoenas for the congressman, his spouse, and associates. Cuellar has denied any wrongdoing and asserted that he has acted solely to serve the people of Texas throughout his tenure in Congress. He has specifically defended his wife’s qualifications, emphasizing her accomplishments in business and her contributions to the community.
A former U.S. senator and longtime political confidante of President Biden openly acknowledged that the Department of Justice was “full of Biden people” during the Obama presidency, sparking criticism from skeptics as Biden’s DOJ continues to fight questions about its impartiality in high-profile investigations.
Republican Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio has raised concerns that companies are prioritizing hiring migrant workers over U.S. citizens, potentially violating federal law. Senator Vance’s letter to the Department of Justice (DOJ) requests information on whether the DOJ is fulfilling its duty to protect American workers from employment practices that favor non-citizens. The letter highlights reports of companies, such as Tyson Foods, actively recruiting and hiring asylum seekers for jobs, although they are not protected under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The INA prohibits hiring decisions based on an American job seeker’s citizenship status and requires protections for U.S. citizens in hiring processes. Senator Vance questions whether companies’ hiring quotas align with this mandate. The letter inquires about ongoing investigations into companies using refugee hiring quotas unlawfully and urges the IER to initiate investigations if they have not yet.
Edward Snowden has denounced the U.S. Department of Justice’s recent actions against app developers, emphasizing the significance of financial privacy. The arrest of the founders and CEO of cryptocurrency mixing service Samourai Wallet for alleged money laundering and unlicensed money transmitting offenses sparked Snowden’s criticism. The former CIA contractor believes that making money private by default and rejecting exceptionalism in privacy are crucial to preventing criminalization.
