Federal Judge Hears Arguments Over Texas Abortion Law

The Justice Department said the law was intended to “violate the Constitution,” and asked for it to be suspended while the courts determine if it is legal.

How the Huawei Case Raised Fears of ‘Hostage Diplomacy’ by China

Critics of the Justice Department deal to free the Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou say it could blunt tools like sanctions and prosecutions.

Man Who Blackmailed Girls to Send Explicit Images Is Sentenced to 20 Years

Joshua Henry Punt, 39, posed online as a teenager and preyed on girls ranging in age from 12 to 16 in states across the country, the federal authorities said.

Among Those Who Marched Into the Capitol on Jan. 6: An F.B.I. Informant

A member of the far-right Proud Boys texted his F.B.I. handler during the assault, but maintained the group had no plan in advance to enter the Capitol and disrupt the election certification.

U.S. Agrees to Release Huawei Executive in Case That Strained Ties With China

China reciprocated within hours, freeing two Canadians, a notable resolution in a relationship that has been spiraling downward.

Opinion | You Deserve a Bigger Paycheck. Here’s How You Might Get It.

Millions of Americans are paid thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars less than they should be paid. Maybe antitrust law can help.

American Airlines and JetBlue Face Antitrust Suit Over Alliance

The Justice Department said their partnership amounted to a merger in the New York and Boston markets and reduced competition more widely.

Lawsuits Filed Against Texas Doctor Could Be Best Tests of Abortion Law

Legal experts said two lawsuits filed this week might test the constitutionality of the Texas law more than federal challenges by abortion providers and the Justice Department.

Justice Dept. Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Roe v. Wade

The department also sought permission to present oral arguments in December when the court hears a case challenging Mississippi’s restrictive abortion law.

U.S. Seeks to Block Bankruptcy Plan That Would Free Sacklers From Opioid Claims

The Justice Department has been appealing the deal, approved earlier this month.

Trump-Era Special Counsel Secures Indictment of Lawyer for Firm With Democratic Ties

The defendant, Michael Sussmann, is accused of lying to the F.B.I. in a meeting about Trump and Russia. He denies wrongdoing.

Justice Dept. to Review Enforcement of Civil Rights Protections in Grants

The review, part of the Biden administration’s efforts to make preserving civil rights protections a priority, applies to federal funding for local law enforcement agencies.

Struggle for Control of Afghanistan Comes to K Street

Ahmad Massoud, a leading figure in the resistance to Taliban rule, hired a lobbyist to seek military and financial support in the United States.

Durham Is Said to Seek Indictment of Lawyer at Firm With Democratic Ties

The lawyer, Michael Sussmann, is accused of lying to the F.B.I. in a 2016 meeting about Trump and Russia. He denies wrongdoing.

Biles and Her Teammates Rip the F.B.I. for Botching Nassar Abuse Case

Christopher A. Wray, the F.B.I. director, apologized for “inexcusable” failures in the investigation of Lawrence G. Nassar, who sexually abused hundreds of women and girls.

Justice Dept. Asks Judge to Block Texas’ Restrictive Abortion Law

The department sued Texas last week over its recently enacted law, which prohibits nearly all abortions in the state.

Justice Dept. to Investigate Georgia Prisons

The department also announced limits on federal officers’ use of widely criticized policing tactics.

Ex-U.S. Intelligence Officers Admit to Hacking Crimes in Work for Emiratis

They were among a trend of Americans working for foreign governments trying to build their cyberoperation abilities.

Justice Dept. Imposes Limits on Oversight of Local Police

The changes address longstanding requests of police departments, who had said that monitors overseeing policing overhauls needed more accountability.