The FBI protects the U.S. by investigating federal crimes, counterterrorism, cyber threats, and public corruption; now in the spotlight for ongoing investigations and information-sharing talks.
The New York Times reports that federal subpoenas have been issued to several reporters to testify before a Manhattan grand jury, as the Justice Department investigates leaks related to security concerns over a Qatar-donated Air Force One. The White House says journalists are not targets; the case centers on leaks. The Times notes taxpayers funded upgrades to the new jet, which reportedly lacks some defenses of the old plane. Several outlets confirm the subpoenas and the broader crisis of press freedom.
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey, starring Matt Damon and Tom Holland, is released with IMAX-heavy production, delivering a monumental retelling of Homer’s epic. Early reviews praise Samantha Morton’s Circe and the scale of practical effects, while an ensemble cast navigates gods, monsters, and a homecoming saga.
The New York Times, The Guardian, CNBC, Al Jazeera and other outlets report that Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general, moving from acting to permanent head of the Justice Department. The nomination faces a Senate confirmation battle amid scrutiny of Blanche’s ties to the Epstein files, the $1.8 billion anti-weaponisation fund and past actions at the DOJ.
Administration officials are bracing for intensified scrutiny as Haberman and Swan’s Regime Change book recounts secret Situation Room discussions. Leaks and a Justice Department memo have intensified tensions within the White House over Epstein files and the Iran policy, with MAGA allies demanding full transparency.
The court has affirmed the conviction of Hannah Dugan for obstructing immigration proceedings. She has resigned from the Milwaukee County Circuit Court and faces up to five years in prison, though probation is likely. The case highlights disputes over immigration enforcement at courthouses under the Trump administration.
A French disinformation watchdog has linked the Israeli firm BlackCore to online campaigns that targeted elections in Scotland and New York, in addition to France’s local elections. The report ties BlackCore to a network amplifying content through automated accounts; authorities say the operations spanned Angola and Togo, with comments aimed at Scotland’s First Minister and the SNP.
Handala says it has had months of access to FBI FPV drone footage and suspects, claiming to have breached U.S. security for the World Cup; SITE disputes the authenticity of some evidence and notes a video was created for a separate surveillance project. The FBI is deploying drones to protect World Cup venues as cyber threats loom amid tensions with Iran.
Multiple investigations into former Rep. Eric Swalwell have intensified as California’s 14th district special election watch tightens. Wahab leads with about 42% of ballots counted; Hernandez is second, with Singh in third. The FEC has demanded Swalwell return campaign funds after suspending his gubernatorial bid amid misconduct allegations. Runoff on August 18 remains possible.
U.S. forces have carried out an airstrike that has killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, known as Niño Guerrero, the leader of Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, U.S. and Venezuelan officials have said. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump have said the operation targeted a compound in Bolívar state earlier this week and involved coordination with Venezuelan security forces.
Experts warn Sri Lanka is emerging as a global hub for transnational cybercrime after a Southeast Asian crackdown. Chinese-led networks are relocating here amid lax visa rules, with scams ranging from romance fraud to crypto fraud, and hundreds deported or arrested this year.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has said federal agents have contacted friends, former staff and donors tied to him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, and has accused President Donald Trump of ordering a politically motivated investigation as he considers a 2028 presidential run. Multiple outlets report the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of California has been handling separate inquiries that began with local whistleblower tips, including probes into the first partner’s taxes and former chief of staff Dana Williamson, who pleaded guilty to federal charges.
Federal investigators have disrupted an alleged multi-state plot to attack the UFC event on the White House South Lawn. The FBI has arrested five people, identified about 23 participants in encrypted chats, and says the threat was uncovered on June 10, four days before the event that President Donald Trump attended.
A gunman in military camouflage opened fire in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood, killing an officer and injuring others before the assailant was neutralized. A bystander and a local resident were also killed. Investigations are underway, with authorities examining links to a manifesto and possible incel‑ideology influences.
Fraud losses reached a record $15.9 billion in 2025, up 27% from 2024, with high-dollar imposter scams driving most of the damage. Imposters posing as banks and government officials lead the most costly cases, while AI tools are making scams harder to detect. Authorities urge caution and verification.
The Supreme Court has ruled unanimously that prosecuting a marijuana user for illegal gun possession violates the Second Amendment. The decision narrows, but does not erase, the government’s power to restrict firearms for drug users, and cites a trend toward more permissive cannabis policy. The ruling centers on Ali Danial Hemani, a Texas resident charged in 2023 after FBI agents found drugs in his home.
Merlin Lu has admitted to a cross burning in Grant Park on June 9 and says the act was a protest against Trump and the ruling class. He faces four felonies and four misdemeanors, including a hate crime, with prosecutors releasing details and Lu stating the intent was not racist.
A weekend of shootings in Chicago has drawn renewed calls for federal intervention. President Trump has urged Gov. Pritzker to request federal help, while local officials defend policing strategies. The city is suffering a surge in shootings and has reported multiple fatalities during Juneteenth weekend.
Alberto Carvalho has resigned as superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District amid an ongoing FBI investigation linked to a collapsed education tech company. The resignation follows a four-month paid-leave period and a district facing a multibillion-dollar deficit, with Andres Chait acting as interim leader.
Federal authorities have disrupted a planned attack on the White House grounds ahead of a June 14 event. Falkner and Rincker have been charged with conspiracy to commit murder; a sprawling group faced investigations after encrypted messages and drone plans emerged. The case remains ongoing as prosecutors pursue additional suspects.
Federal investigators have determined that the ransom notes sent after Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance are not authentic. The notes reportedly claimed Nancy Guthrie died or demanded cryptocurrency payments. Savannah Guthrie has pleaded for information as the search continues.
An 18-year-old has opened fire at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library, killing two adults and injuring a child. Police moved quickly to detain the suspect within minutes; the library is closed for now as investigators examine the scene and motive remains under investigation.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act does not permit lawsuits for monetary damages against prison staff, even when a prisoner’s religious rights are violated. The decision maintains that liability cannot attach to individual employees who did not consent to be sued.
A federal crackdown targets healthcare fraud across the United States. More than 450 defendants, including doctors, nurses and clinic owners, are charged in schemes that falsified records, billed for unrendered or unnecessary care, and laundered funds. Several defendants have faced seizures and high-value assets, with charges spanning Medicare and TRICARE programs.
Federal prosecutors have charged five men over an alleged plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House South Lawn, with drones, snipers and a plan to trigger mass panic. The plot was disrupted by the FBI after encrypted messages and online chatter surfaced. The event coincided with President Trump’s 80th birthday and drew high-profile attendees. Investigators say the group discussed tearing down the United States to rebuild it.
A spike in Chicago gun violence has intensified a clash between political leaders. Independent reports crime is up year-to-date with 198 homicides in 2026, while New York Post depicts the mayor’s transfemicide emergency as a distraction from broader city woes as shootings continue.
The judiciary is tightening oversight on executive actions as courts assess the scope of presidential power in civil service and immigration matters. Recent rulings have implications for how federal agencies operate and how the administration handles asylum policy and courthouse arrests.
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has expanded its animal cruelty and fraud investigation into Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna, California. Since January 2025, about 900 dogs were transferred to the sanctuary, but only 116 have been adopted, leaving over 700 unaccounted for. Ground-penetrating radar and excavations have uncovered dozens of dog remains, a horse, and hundreds of bones. Authorities describe the scene as a mass grave and are examining potential fraud and mismanagement.
Former national security adviser John Bolton has pleaded guilty in a Maryland federal court to illegally retaining classified information. Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 28, with a maximum five-year sentence and a $2.25 million fine. He has agreed to debriefing, community service, and forfeiture of his federal pension.
A 39-year-old dual Iranian-Turkish national has been arrested in Montenegro for mass hacking against more than 150 U.S. universities. Authorities say the data from intrusions was used by Iran’s IRGC and Iranian universities. Extradition proceedings will determine the suspect’s fate.
Nicholas Rossi has died in a Utah hospital while serving a prison sentence for two 2008 rape convictions. He was extradited from Scotland in 2024 after a decades-long case involving alleged faked deaths, multiple aliases, and Interpol notices. Authorities say he died from complications of an existing medical condition after discontinuing treatment.
Abdikerm Eidleh, 42, has been arrested in Mogadishu in a pivotal phase of the Feeding Our Future fraud case. Indicted in 2022 on 31 counts, he allegedly helped run a $250 million scheme that stole federal meal funds and laundered proceeds. Authorities say he recruited sites and exploited shell companies to siphon millions from the program.
Pride events across the US and Europe proceed as leaders push back on transgender rights and DEI policies. In New York and San Francisco, parades highlight activism over corporate spectacle, with hospitals facing pressure over gender-affirming care and organizers weighing participation amid federal subpoenas.
California leaders sign a near $352 billion budget with targeted tax measures. The plan raises revenue through healthcare provider taxes, a software sales tax, and limits on some corporate tax breaks, while delaying some healthcare cuts. The move aims to shield vulnerable communities and bolster state reserves amid federal pressure.
Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens has resigned after an indictment related to bribery allegations; Lumumba’s reelection bid was affected as prosecutors face trial amid ongoing investigations. Other named officials have pleaded guilty or not guilty as the case advances.
Brennan has filed a federal lawsuit asserting that records must be preserved as part of a potential vindictive-prosecution defense if he faces future indictment. The suit names Donald Trump and top law-enforcement officials as defendants and argues that recent DOJ record-keeping changes threaten due-process rights.
Federal authorities allege that charity fronts diverted funds to Hamas-linked figures and to Palestinian Islamic Jihad, with cryptocurrency transfers totaling over $30,000 and dozens of transfers to Gaza. The cases involve a Rochester-area mother who led an anti-Israel group and faces up to 20 years in prison.
The FBI says several ransom notes in the investigation into Savannah Guthrie’s mother’s disappearance are not genuine. The case remains a kidnapping-for-ransom probe, with notes under review and ongoing tips from the public.
The Supreme Court has denied Catherine Herridge's bid to stay a civil contempt fine in the case involving scientist Yanping Chen and leaked materials from a government probe. Herridge had sought relief while Chen’s Privacy Act suit against the FBI and DOJ proceeds. The decision is described as a setback for press freedom as reporters face potential fines amid investigations that may reveal confidential sources.
A former Milwaukee judge has been sentenced after being convicted of felony obstruction for helping an immigrant evade ICE during a courtroom incident. The judge has acknowledged public threats and resignations followed, while prosecutors emphasize the need for accountability in law enforcement and judicial duties. The case highlights political tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in Wisconsin.
The government has dismissed Jan. 6 riot prosecutions after President Trump has granted sweeping clemencies and pardons to those involved, including cases tied to emissions-control devices. The judge has described the events at the Capitol as a perilous attack on the Constitution, while outlining the ongoing legal fallout as some cases are dismissed and others are clarified.
Prosecutors have laid out their case against Tyler Robinson in a five-day preliminary hearing for the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The hearing is livestreamed; the judge will decide whether the case advances to trial, with the death penalty possible if convicted.
Authorities are investigating extortion notes tied to the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. FBI says some notes may be legitimate, while others are likely fraudulent. A family video appeals for contact as investigators pursue leads and await full analysis of ransom communications.
Mexico has moved beyond diplomatic channels, planning to file criminal complaints with US prosecutors and civil lawsuits against operators of detention centers after 14 Mexican nationals have died in ICE custody and three during enforcement operations. The government cites escalating fatalities and demands independent investigations.
Public hearings in Utah examine the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Tyler Robinson faces aggravated-m murder charges; prosecutors argue there is sufficient evidence for trial and discuss potential death-penalty considerations. Twiggs testimony and recordings are central to the proceedings, while defense challenges release and evidentiary standards.
A group of eight men, aged 19 to 32, has been charged in Ohio with conspiring to provide material support to terrorists and to murder a federal official during a planned attack around a UFC event on the White House lawn. Investigations show they planned explosive drones and sniper fire, with targets including high‑profile figures. The case spans several states, with arrests in California, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and West Virginia.
Nicaragua has intensified a crackdown on dissent by revoking legal licenses for hundreds of lawyers and eroding the independence of the judiciary, according to UN experts and multiple outlets. The government has not commented. The move widens a pattern of restricting NGOs, churches, and independent groups since protests in 2018.
A shooting in Biddeford, Maine, has left one person dead with ICE involved. State Police and Public Safety are on scene, and the FBI is expected to investigate. Several lawmakers demand answers about body cameras, the shooter’s status, and why ICE was present. The incident follows a separate Texas ICE shooting and ongoing immigration enforcement crackdowns.
The Hennepin County Attorney has obtained hard drives and other previously withheld evidence in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis. Investigators are reviewing body-camera video, witness statements, and Good’s damaged car as part of ongoing, transparent proceedings. Minnesota officials have requested deadline extensions in a related DOJ lawsuit as FBI information-sharing discussions resume.