Last mentioned: Mar 14, 2026
Tariff Escalation
Administration signals intent to raise tariffs from 10% to 15%.
Legislative Reaction
Congressional leaders weigh in on the implications for Fed independence.
Subpoenas Rejected
Federal judge issues ruling quashing DOJ subpoenas against the Fed Board.
DOJ Appeal Announced
The US Attorney's Office for DC confirms intent to appeal the judge's decision.
Subpoenas Rejected
Federal judge quashes DOJ requests for Fed records, citing lack of evidence.
DOJ Response
The U.S. Attorney's Office for D.C. announces intent to appeal the ruling.
Political Reaction
Republican senators label the investigation a 'failed attack' on the Fed.
Subpoenas Quashed
Federal judge rules in favor of Powell, blocking the DOJ's requests.
Multi-State Lawsuit
24 states file a formal challenge against the new global tariff structure.
State Lawsuit Filed
24 states sue over the use of Section 122 to impose new global tariffs.
Legal Challenge
Attorneys for Powell and the Fed file a motion to quash the subpoenas.
DOJ Decision
Federal prosecutors formally announce they will not appeal the ruling barring the death penalty.
DOJ Files Lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Justice officially sues the UC Regents over UCLA's failure to protect employees.
CRS Report
Congressional Research Service highlights the lack of precedent for Section 122 usage.
SCOTUS Ruling
Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA-based tariffs in a 6-3 decision.
SCOTUS Ruling
Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA-based tariffs in a 6-3 decision.
Subpoenas Issued
DOJ issues formal subpoenas for documents and testimony from Chair Powell.
Investigation Disclosed
Reports surface of a DOJ probe into Federal Reserve leadership.
State Trial
Scheduled start of the state murder trial in New York.
Federal Trial
Scheduled start of the federal stalking and gun trial.
A federal judge has blocked Department of Justice subpoenas targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, marking a significant legal setback for the government's investigation. The ruling reinforces the institutional independence of the central bank and sets a high bar for prosecutorial oversight of its leadership.
A federal judge has quashed Justice Department subpoenas seeking Federal Reserve records, ruling the investigation was a retaliatory strike against Chair Jerome Powell. The decision marks a significant victory for central bank independence as the DOJ prepares an immediate appeal.
A federal judge has rejected Justice Department subpoenas targeting Federal Reserve records, ruling the investigation lacked evidence and appeared to be a retaliatory strike against Chair Jerome Powell. The decision reinforces the central bank's independence amid an escalating legal battle with the US Attorney's Office.
A coalition of 24 states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that newly imposed 10% global tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 are unconstitutional. The legal challenge follows a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous trade duties, sparking a high-stakes battle over executive authority and economic policy.
A coalition of 24 states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that newly imposed 10% to 15% global tariffs exceed executive authority. The legal challenge centers on the unprecedented use of Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous emergency tariff measures.
Federal prosecutors have formally declined to appeal a judicial ruling that barred the death penalty in the prosecution of Luigi Mangione for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision follows a legal finding that the federal murder charge was flawed, shifting the focus to upcoming state and federal trials where life imprisonment remains the maximum penalty.
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a landmark lawsuit against UCLA, alleging the university violated Title VII by failing to protect Jewish employees from a hostile work environment. The suit claims the university allowed antisemitic harassment and physical barriers to persist during campus protests, preventing staff from safely accessing their workplaces.