Justice Department Investigates California Universities Over Race-Based Admissions
The U.S. Department of Justice launches investigation into Stanford and three UC campuses over potential violations of the Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action. The probe comes amid increased federal scrutiny of diversity initiatives in higher education nationwide.
Russia's Hidden Hand: How Moscow Fuels California's Independence Movement
Recent developments in California's potential secession have revealed deep ties to Russian interference, including Kremlin-backed conferences and FSB involvement in separatist groups. Moscow's strategy of exploiting internal divisions extends beyond California, even as Russia faces its own separatist challenges.
Federal Court Orders Trump Administration to Unfreeze Billions in State Funding
A U.S. District Court has mandated the Trump Administration to restore billions in frozen federal funding following legal action by 23 state attorneys general. The ruling marks a significant victory for states protecting their funding streams and adds to mounting judicial decisions favoring state challenges against executive actions.
Justice Department Mandates Reform at Antioch Police Following Racist Text Scandal
The DOJ has reached a five-year agreement with California's Antioch Police Department following an investigation into racist text messages between officers. The deal requires policy updates, new anti-discrimination procedures, and enhanced oversight after uncovering offensive communications and misconduct.