FRAMINGHAM, MASS— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a Brazilian national in Framingham after he was charged with assault and battery on a family member, …
Jackson, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina has suspended Code Enforcement Officer William “Bill” Campbell after he posted a threatening message directed at Jackson …
Elon Musk, the billionaire innovator behind Tesla, SpaceX, and X, has a knack for stirring the pot. Whether it’s launching cars into space or weighing …
GAITHERSBURG, MD — A 13-year-old Montgomery County student has been charged after allegedly making threats against a local middle school, prompting a temporary shelter-in-place at …
TRENTON, N.J. — Democrats in New Jersey are pushing for New Jersey taxes to increase across the board and Governor Phil Murphy is leading that …
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A group of far-left protesters gathered outside Toms River Town Hall on Tuesday, clashing with Republican leaders over proposed government spending …
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Board of Education recently announced it would sue the state, alleging that the funding formula has been applied unfairly to …
TOMS RIVER, NJ—About eight protesters wearing pink shirts and pink hats descended upon Toms River Town Hall on Thursday to protest the reduction of government …
Middletown, NJ – A heartbreaking legal battle is continuing in Monmouth County, New Jersey, as the family of Jocelyn Walters, a 14-year-old who took her …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Extending the statute of limitations on pandemic era fraudsters who stole billions of dollars during one of America’s darkest hours should have …
NEW YORK – A federal judge has denied a motion from New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking to hold members of the pro-life group …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump criticized Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Tuesday, calling him a “grandstander” and urging a primary challenge against him for …
HACKENSACK, N.J. – A 33-year-old Hackensack man has been arrested on charges of aggravated sexual assault and attempted aggravated sexual assault, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark …
TRENTON, N.J. — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against multiple federal agencies, alleging …
New Jersey joins lawsuit against Trump administration over teacher grant cuts TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Thursday that the state …
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Maryland House Republicans have praised the Trump administration’s decision to send California’s Clean Cars waiver to Congress for potential repeal, a move …
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a second motion to enforce …
Attorney General Dismisses DEI-Related Lawsuits
**Washington, D.C.** – This week, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to dismiss several lawsuits concerning the hiring of police officers and firefighters across various jurisdictions nationwide. These legal actions, initiated by the previous administration, contested the fairness of using standard aptitude tests for selecting public safety candidates.
Attorney General Bondi emphasized the need for hiring based on skill and dedication to public safety rather than diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) quotas. The prior administration had identified statistical disparities in test results but lacked evidence of intentional discrimination.
The previous administration aimed to push cities towards DEI-based hiring practices, urging them to allocate substantial funds to compensate applicants with lower test scores. President Trump and Attorney General Bondi are working to eliminate unlawful discrimination while promoting merit-based opportunities, particularly for public safety personnel.
The dismissal signifies a move to eradicate illegal DEI preferences in both public and private sectors. Prioritizing merit in hiring decisions for fire and police departments is seen as critical to ensuring public safety.
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin is facing impeachment after Assembly Republican leaders introduced a resolution Thursday, accusing him of failing to …
LATROBE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have charged a 17-year-old boy with making threats on social media against Greater Latrobe Junior High School and two …
Trenton, NJ – – In a combative and impassioned budget address delivered Tuesday, February 25, Governor Phil Murphy pledged to stand firm against the incoming …
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — Authorities have filed additional child sexual abuse charges against a New Rochelle man previously arrested in connection with the death of …
TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Middletown School Board’s alleged political assault against Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick, a district teacher, has taken an unexpected turn. This week, …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) is facing scrutiny after receiving a letter from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia requesting …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump announced Thursday that he would be calling Team USA’s hockey squad ahead of their championship matchup against Canada, …
Protesters rally outside Toms River Town Hall against Trump, Musk, and Mayor Rodrick TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A group of far-left Democrats gathered outside Toms …
TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Middletown School Board is engaged in a political battle against Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and has now released confidential employment records …
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Federal authorities and local police are investigating a social media post allegedly made by a high school teacher that appeared …
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are set to consider a new round of gun control legislation, reigniting a long-standing debate in a state already …
TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Middletown School Board is engaged in a political battle against Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and has now released confidential employment records …
NEW YORK — Governor Kathy Hochul expressed deep concern over the ongoing crisis in New York City’s government, calling for an emergency meeting with key …
Uniontown Man Sentenced for Crimes Against Minor via Social Media
**HARRISBURG, PA** – Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a prison sentence for Derek Allen Reed, a Fayette County resident, for his criminal activities involving a minor. Reed, 35, of Uniontown, has been sentenced to five to 15 years for contacting a young girl on social media, sending her inappropriate images, and attempting to meet her for a sexual encounter.
Reed was apprehended at the arranged meeting location in June 2023. In November, he admitted guilt to several felony charges, including unlawful contact with a minor and distributing explicit material to a minor.
After serving his prison term and parole, Reed will undergo five years of probation. Additionally, he is required to register as a sex offender for 25 years under the law.
Attorney General Sunday remarked on the case, highlighting the risks of social media misuse by predators. Senior Deputy Attorney General Angela Raver led the prosecution against Reed. Reed had initially met the 15-year-old victim at an ex-girlfriend’s home and later communicated with her on platforms like Facebook and Snapchat.
A surge of legal challenges against early Trump administration policies may inadvertently bolster his ability to reshape executive power. Legal experts argue that while judges …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice has filed charges against the State of New York, Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and …
NEW ORLEANS — President Donald Trump taunted Taylor Swift and the Kansas City Chiefs after the team’s Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, …
TRENTON, N.J. – A coalition of 14 state attorneys general announced plans to sue the U.S. Department of the Treasury over its decision to grant …
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is once again drawing criticism for inserting the New Jersey State Police between himself, his criminal illegal …
WASHINGTON — A Massachusetts man who told police he went to the U.S. Capitol intending to kill members of former President Donald Trump’s cabinet cited …
Attorney General Warns Against Misleading Federal Employee Buyout Program
**TRENTON, NJ** – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general to caution federal employees about the Trump administration’s “deferred resignation” program. This program allegedly offers employees pay through September 30, 2025, if they resign by February 6.
On January 28, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) notified federal employees via email about the program, promising continued payment and benefits, along with an exemption from in-person work requirements until September 30. A follow-up email on January 30 reiterated this offer, encouraging employees to seek more productive opportunities outside of government. OPM set a deadline of February 6 for employees to decide on the offer, warning that those who do not accept may risk losing their positions.
Federal employee unions, such as the American Federation of Government Employees and the National Federation of Federal Employees, have advised their members against accepting the offer. These unions released information cautioning that employees who accept may not be assured of the promised benefits.
The attorneys general from Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington joined
WASHINGTON — A group of legal representatives has raised concerns over reported terminations of career Department of Justice (DOJ) prosecutors and FBI agents involved in …
WASHINGTON — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie defended federal prosecutors involved in the January 6 investigations, dismissing claims of bias and warning that legal …
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reaffirmed his commitment to offshore wind energy, calling it a “no-brainer” for New Jersey’s economy and clean energy goals …
CAMDEN, N.J. — A Dallas man pleaded guilty Friday to making violent threats against a Sikh civil rights organization and other individuals in a series …
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with 12 other state attorneys general, issued a joint statement Friday condemning former President …
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that the state has filed updated legal claims in its ongoing lawsuit against the Federal …
HAGERSTOWN, MD – A joint investigation by the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal and the Hagerstown Fire Department Fire Marshal’s Office has resulted …
Haines City, FL – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 23-year-old Chase Crabb from Kissimmee, Osceola County, on charges related to sexual …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — TikTok is scheduled to be banned on Sunday in the United States. The app, which is used by millions of Americans daily …
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey’s congressional delegation was sharply divided in a recent vote on the “Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act,” a …
BALTIMORE, MD — Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general and three major cities in defending two Clean …