Justice

Trump’s pick to lead new Justice Department unit scrutinized as president declares ‘war on fraud’

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s pick to lead a new Justice Department division dedicated to rooting out fraud said Wednesday he would pursue prosecutions “without fear or favor” as questions grow about how the new unit will operate free of political influence from a White House that has declared a “war on fraud.” The proposed … Read more

Democrats bash Justice Clarence Thomas but their plan to investigate ethics allegations is unclear | CNN Politics

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CNN  —  Senate Democrats railed against Justice Clarence Thomas on Tuesday amid reports that the Supreme Court conservative failed to disclose luxury travel, gifts and a real estate transaction involving a GOP megadonor, but their plan to investigate the conservative jurist remains unclear. Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin has promised that his committee will hold … Read more