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U.S. Attorney Recommends DOJ Collaboration on Congressional Ethics Cases to Ensure Comprehensive Investigations

Pieter Gunst2 weeks ago03 mins

In an intriguing development, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro has recommended that the House Ethics Committee engage her office in cases involving potential criminal misconduct. According to her perspective, involving the Department of Justice alongside the committee could ensure a more thorough investigation of allegations that might extend beyond ethical breaches…

Jurist

Tensions Rise as New Mexico AG Accuses DOJ of Hampering Epstein Ranch Investigation

Pieter Gunst2 months ago04 mins

The ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s activities at his Zorro Ranch in New Mexico has taken a contentious turn as New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez accuses the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) of non-cooperation. In a public letter to Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, Torrez alleged that the DOJ is withholding crucial unredacted…

Law360

Seattle’s Top Federal Prosecutor Retains Role Through Strategic Title Adjustment Amid Senate Stalemate

Pieter Gunst8 months ago03 mins

The legal landscape in Seattle is facing an unusual maneuver as Charles Neil Floyd, initially appointed by the Trump administration as the top federal prosecutor for the Western District of Washington, retains his position through a strategic title change. Due to the Senate’s inaction on confirming his interim appointment by the set deadline, Floyd will…

Jurist

Judge Excludes Death Penalty in Luigi Mangione Case, Fueling Legal Debate Over Federal Crime Definitions

Pieter Gunst8 months ago04 mins

In a significant development in the case against Luigi Mangione, a New York judge has removed the death penalty from the array of potential sentences. Judge Garnett of the Southern District of New York dismissed crucial counts in the case, which involved charges of murder through the use of a firearm and a related firearms…

Law360

Trump Pardons Allies in 2020 Election Overturn Efforts, Raising Legal and Political Debates

Pieter Gunst10 months ago05 mins

On November 10, 2025, President Donald Trump issued full federal pardons to several key allies implicated in efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. Among those pardoned were his former personal attorney Rudy Giuliani, former Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and attorneys Sidney Powell and John Eastman. The pardons were announced by Ed Martin,…

SCOTUSblog

Supreme Court to Deliberate Double Jeopardy in Federal Firearm Case with Barrett v. United States

Pieter Gunst12 months ago03 mins

On October 7, the Supreme Court will consider whether Sections 924(c) and 924(j) of the Federal Firearm Statute create separate offenses with separate punishments. This case, Barrett v. United States, involves Dwayne Barrett, who was convicted for his involvement in a fatal robbery. Barrett was convicted under both sections but argues that sentencing under both…

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Michael Considine Named First Assistant U.S. Attorney for Eastern District of New York

Pieter Gunst1 year ago03 mins

Michael Considine has been appointed as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY), marking a return to a familiar office where he previously served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney. In this new role, Considine will work closely with the U.S. Attorney, Breon Peace, to oversee a wide range of…

Bloomberg Law

New Leadership Appointments Signal Strategic Shift in D.C. Prosecutorial Office

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

In a recent development within the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, Interim U.S. Attorney Ed Martin has appointed two experienced prosecutors to key supervisory positions. This move comes in the wake of demotions affecting several office supervisors, marking a significant shift in the office’s prosecutorial leadership dynamic. Gauri Gopal has been selected…

Bloomberg Law

Washington’s Federal Prosecutor Shakes Up Office, Reassigns January 6 Case Leaders

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

In a strategic realignment within one of the nation’s key judicial districts, Washington’s top federal prosecutor Ed Martin has reassigned several senior supervisors who were instrumental in handling cases related to the January 6 insurrection. These officials, once pivotal in the oversight of federal crimes, public corruption, and civil rights cases, have been repositioned to…

Law360

Justice Department Updates Prosecutions on Anniversary of U.S. Capitol Attack

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

On January 6, 2025, marking the fourth anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol, the U.S. Department of Justice announced a significant update concerning the prosecutions related to the event. Over 1,500 individuals have been charged with federal crimes connected to the insurrection. This announcement coincides with the day President-elect Donald Trump’s victory was…

Bloomberg Law

Regulatory Loopholes in DOJ Framework Leave Cryptocurrency Fraud Victims Stranded

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

In recent years, the meteoric rise in the value of cryptocurrencies has been a double-edged sword for many investors. While the market offers significant profit potential, it has also become a fertile ground for fraud. The victims of such fraud are often left with little recourse due to a regulatory framework that heavily favors the…

Bloomberg Law

Declining Trust in the U.S. Supreme Court: The Roberts Era’s Constitutional Reversals

Pieter Gunst2 years ago011 mins

The nosedive in public opinion about the US Supreme Court isn’t just the normal debate about whether the court is too conservative or too liberal. The issue isn’t, as one commentator put it, that the Roberts court is simply “a conservative Warren court,” referring to the progressive court that released landmark civil rights and liberty…

Bloomberg Law

Future of Section 230: Lawmakers and Courts Reevaluate Internet Immunity

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

Changes to Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act appear inevitable, driven by calls from both Congress and judiciary to reassess its application in the digital age. Originally enacted nearly three decades ago, Section 230 aimed to protect interactive computer services, such as social media and e-commerce platforms, from liability related to user-generated content while…

Jurist

US Appeals Court Upholds Dismissal of Case Seeking to End US Support for Israel

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit that aimed to compel the Biden administration to withdraw military, diplomatic, and financial support from Israel. The ruling was based on the political question doctrine, which asserts that certain questions are constitutionally committed to another branch of government and…

SCOTUSblog

Supreme Court to Reevaluate Categorical Approach to Sentencing Enhancements in Federal Crimes

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

The Supreme Court has once again set its sights on the “categorical approach” to sentencing enhancements, a method that has long been a subject of debate among the legal community. Under Section 924(c) of the federal criminal code, a mandatory consecutive sentence is imposed for using or carrying a firearm during a “crime of violence,”…

Above the Law

Social Media Self-Incrimination: Exploring Legal Repercussions for Online Confessions

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

In our constantly evolving technological age, a new breed of criminal behavior has emerged, one that is as perplexing as it is concerning: admitting to federal crimes on social media platforms. As detailed in an article on Above the Law, this behavior has been observed on TikTok, a platform that is popular among younger demographics….

Above the Law

Ex-Trump Aide’s TikTok Confessions Raise Legal Questions and Ethical Concerns

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

The advent of social media platforms such as TikTok has created new arenas for potential legal transgressions, as evidenced through the controversial videos of Johnny McEntee. Previously serving as an aide to Donald Trump, McEntee had been dismissed due to a flagged gambling issue threatening the validity of his security clearance, before being rehired to…

Bloomberg Law

Tamara Giwa Assumes Executive Director Role at Federal Defenders of New York

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

Tamara Giwa has officially stepped into the role of executive director at the Federal Defenders of New York, an organization that provides legal representation for those who are charged with federal crimes, but are unable to afford it. This information was validated by a recent news release. Prior to assuming her new role, Giwa served…

Bloomberg Law

Ex-US Attorney Randy Grossman Joins Manatt to Lead San Diego Office Expansion

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Randy S. Grossman, former US attorney for the Southern District of California, has recently joined Manatt, Phelps & Phillips in the trial, white collar, and investigations practice. In addition to his new role, Grossman has also been appointed the lead of the firm’s newly established San Diego office, as confirmed by the firm this Tuesday….

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FinCEN Proposes Deadline Extension for New Companies on Corporate Transparency Act Compliance

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

The Federal Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has proposed a new rule that will temporarily extend the deadline for new companies to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This proposal came to light on September 28, 2023, in response to the challenges faced by these companies regarding CTA compliance. Alongside this proposed rule, FinCEN had,…

Jurist

Proud Boys Leaders Receive Lengthy Prison Terms for January 6 Capitol Riot Involvement

Pieter Gunst3 years ago05 mins

On Friday, multiple members of the far-right nationalist group called Proud Boys received their sentence for their roles in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot. Ethan Nordean, the former leader of the group, was handed an 18-year prison sentence, whereas Dominic Pezzola, another member, was given a ten-year prison term. Interestingly, Nordean’s sentence coincides with…