Justice Department: Disney Can Buy 21st Century Fox, But With One Caveat
The deal can go through, but Disney must sell all 22 Fox-owned regional sports networks, to avoid undue dominance in sports broadcasting.
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Looking To Grant Clemency To More Prisoners, White House Asks Advocates For Names
Prisoner advocates say they have given the White House names of prisoners who may be ideal candidates for clemency. They are now waiting to see how the White House will proceed.
Senators In Both Parties Find Ammunition In Justice Department IG Report
The Senate Judiciary Committee questioned Michael Horowitz and Christopher Wray about how the FBI and Department of Justice handled the investigation into Hillary Clinton's email server.
Report Condemns FBI Violations In 2016 Clinton Probe But Finds No Political Bias
James Comey's actions, the report said, were "extraordinary and insubordinate," and none of his explanations amounted to a "persuasive basis for deviating from well-established department policies."
U.S. Judge Approves AT&T's $85 Billion Merger With Time Warner
A judge gave his blessing to AT&T's drive to take over the Time Warner media conglomerate. He rejected the Justice Department's arguments that the combined company would be too powerful.
What To Watch For As Trump Takes Aim At ACA Protections
The Trump administration has declined to defend key provisions of the Affordable Care Act in court, saying protections for people with pre-existing conditions should be declared unconstitutional.
Trump Sees Pardon As Power, Perk — Considers One For Muhammad Ali
For President Trump, the pardon seems to have become the ultimate symbol of presidential power. He says he's considering one for the late boxer, though Ali's attorney says it's not necessary.
ICE To Send 1,600 Detainees To Federal Prisons
The immigration enforcement agency said it needed the additional space because of a "current surge in illegal border crossings" and the Trump administration's "zero-tolerance" policies.
Judge Says Yes To Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Family Separation Policy
In a response to the Trump administration's request to dismiss the suit, Judge Dana Sabraw ruled that the "wrenching separation" of children from parents may violate their right to due process.
Trump's Moves May Mark A New Era Of The Celebrity Pardon
Trump has issued four pardons in his first 16 months as president — including one this week of boxer Jack Johnson — outpacing his three most recent predecessors.