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Trump to nominate long-time ally as Attorney General

  Donald Trump plans to nominate his long-time ally Pamela Bondi as the US Attorney General. The pick comes after his first choice to lead the Justice Department - Matt Gaetz - withdrew his name from consideration due to concern over allegations of sexual misconduct. Ira Spitzer has more.  

today22 November, 2024

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US accuses Russia of interfering with its presidential election

US attorney general, Merrick Garland, says Russian President Vladamir Putin's inner circle directed companies to promote disinformation as part of a programme to influence the presidential election. The Justice Department has filed charges against two Moscow-based managers of state broadcaster RT, for allegedly paying content creators in America to pump pro-Russia propaganda and disinformation to US audiences.  

today5 September, 2024

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U.S Attorney General denies politicising justice system against Trump

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland has rejected accusations by House Republicans that he has politicized the criminal justice system in a bid to stop Donald Trump from being reelected. Testifying on Capitol Hill, Mr Garland vigorously defended the justice department and accused lawmakers of peddling conspiracy theories. From WashingtonKate Fisher reports.  

today5 June, 2024