Merrick Garland is in the news for overseeing DOJ probes into Trump and others amid rising political tensions. He’s a former federal judge and Biden’s AG.
Venezuelan authorities detained prominent allies of Nicolás Maduro, including businessman Alex Saab, as part of a US-backed investigation into corruption and money laundering linked to government contracts. The detentions follow a recent shift in Venezuela's political landscape and US efforts to influence the regime.
As of March 21, 2026, Texas prepares for a May 26 GOP Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Both remain on the ballot after failing to secure a majority in the March 3 primary. President Trump has yet to endorse either candidate, with his decision possibly tied to the fate of the SAVE America Act. Democrat James Talarico won the Democratic primary, setting up a competitive general election.