The U.S. Department of Justice has openly supported Alabama’s Republican officials in a dispute over congressional redistricting. Solicitor General D. John Sauer’s brief to the Supreme Court calls a lower court ruling “indefensible,” highlighting the stark divisions as Alabama prepares for a special election.

Alina Habba, former personal attorney to President Trump, has resigned as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey following a decisive appellate court order. She says her decision stems from a desire to protect the office’s integrity, and warns observers, “Do not mistake compliance for surrender.” Despite the setback, Habba will continue at the Department of Justice in a new advisory capacity.

Federal prosecutors are requesting a minimum 30-year term for an alleged plan to assassinate Supreme Court justices. This severe request highlights the Department of Justice’s focus on safeguarding the nation’s highest judicial figures.