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The Supreme Court declined Catherine Herridge’s bid to stop an $800-per-day civil contempt fine for refusing to disclose a source behind 2017 Fox News reports related to a federal investigation, leaving the penalties in place with no stated rationale from the Court; Justice Kavanaugh would have granted a stay, per discussions around the decision.
A Montana judge held prosecutors in contempt for public remarks about the Tyler Robinson murder case, ruling that while some statements didn’t violate a narrowly tailored publicity order, others claiming there was ample evidence beyond a reasonable doubt risked prejudicing the jury; the ruling emphasizes restricting pre-trial commentary to protect the fairness of the proceedings.
A federal appeals court ordered U.S. District Judge James Boasberg to end the contempt investigation into deportation flights conducted during the Trump administration.
A Minnesota federal judge pressed U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen, the acting chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and an ICE official to explain why they have not complied with court orders to return belongings to 28 immigrants unlawfully detained during Operation Metro Surge, describing the hearing as an extraordinary measure and warning of possible civil or criminal contempt as part of a broader pattern of judges clashing with the Justice Department over compliance amid thousands of habeas petitions.
Chief Judge Patrick Schiltz warned ICE is repeatedly violating court orders amid the administration’s immigration crackdown and threatened criminal contempt to force compliance, citing hundreds of emergency cases and 113 additional violations in 77 cases since January. He praised overburdened Minnesota DOJ attorneys while criticizing higher-ups, highlighting a broader pattern of noncompliance that mirrors alarm voiced by judges nationwide about ICE’s handling of detainee cases during Operation Metro Surge.
The Justice Department asked Judge Carl Nichols to dismiss Steve Bannon’s two-count contempt indictment for defying the Jan. 6 committee subpoena, a move that could erase his conviction and potentially end his Supreme Court appeal; Bannon has already served a four-month prison sentence and the DOJ framed the step as being in the interests of justice.
An overwhelmed DOJ attorney tells a judge, “the system sucks, this job sucks,” highlighting turmoil at the department—from staffing shortages and aggressive recruitment to criticism of the Trump-era approach toward prosecutors and judges—set against Minnesota’s ongoing legal frictions.
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee as part of the Epstein investigation, reversing their earlier defiance of subpoenas and potentially altering the timing of looming contempt votes, as Democrats warn Republicans not to turn the inquiry into political theater.
A Minnesota federal judge blasted ICE for disobeying nearly 100 court orders tied to its immigration crackdown, temporarily rescinding a contempt-summons for ICE acting director Todd Lyons and warning he may order further appearances if violations continue.
A federal judge in Minnesota ordered ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons to personally appear in court to explain why he should not be held in contempt for violating court orders tied to the Trump-era immigration crackdown, calling the violations “extraordinary.” The judge gave Lyons a way out by promising to cancel the hearing if ICE promptly releases an immigrant it wrongly detained—Juan Hugo Tobay Robles—while underscoring the court’s concern over ICE’s broad noncompliance with orders in numerous cases.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Bill and Hillary Clinton are acting in good faith to comply with Oversight Committee subpoenas tied to Jeffrey Epstein, arguing the contempt vote against them lacks credibility and that their attorneys have not engaged since the vote. The update notes a broader caucus discussion if needed and also runs through other Capitol developments, including Jack Smith’s public testimony and ongoing funding negotiations.
Hillary Clinton defied a congressional subpoena and did not appear for a deposition in the Epstein inquiry, prompting the House Oversight Committee to plan a contempt vote for both Clintons next week; Maxwell’s deposition is expected but likely to invoke the Fifth Amendment, while Republicans also contend with broader floor fights on Venezuela war powers and funding measures.
Bill and Hillary Clinton refused to testify in the House Epstein probe, calling subpoenas invalid and signaling a lengthy legal battle with Rep. James Comer. Comer has threatened to hold them in contempt if they don’t appear for live deposition, while the Clintons have provided sworn statements and argued the inquiry is politically motivated and outside the proper legislative scope. The clash could lead to a House vote and possible Justice Department action if contempt is enforced, as both sides prepare for a protracted confrontation over congressional powers and executive accountability.
Pam Bondi, during her first Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as Attorney General, displayed a confrontational and dismissive attitude, refusing to answer questions and using sharp retorts, reflecting her alignment with Trump’s style and priorities amid a broader political and constitutional crisis.
A federal judge held Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier in civil contempt for violating an order that temporarily blocked part of the state's immigration enforcement law, requiring reports on law enforcement actions under the law and warning of potential fines for non-compliance.