Robert Mueller Enlists a Grand Jury for Russia Investigation
The move suggests that Mueller may subpoena witnesses or documents and perhaps pursue indictments.
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Another Setback for the EPA’s Regulatory Rollbacks
EPA Chief Scott Pruitt suggested that his decision to reverse course reflects his willingness to work closely with state regulators.
NBC Commits to Hiring More Female Directors
The decision follows a television season in which women comprised less than a quarter of helmers on network and cable series.
Department of State Order Bans U.S. Passport Holders From Traveling to North Korea
U.S. passports are now invalid entry documents for North Korea.
Department of Justice to Send 12 Federal Prosecutors After Pill Mills
The unit will use data on doctors' prescribing patterns and pharmacies' dispensing to detect hot spots.
Trump Signs Bill Imposing Russia Sanctions, Limiting Presidential Power
The bill takes aim at Russia's energy and defense sectors.
Department of Justice Will Investigate Affirmative Action, Likely as Discrimination Against White Students
The affirmative action policies to be scrutinized typically aim to compensate for historical disadvantages among black and Latino students.
Coast Guard Leadership Stands With Transgender Service Members
Commandant Admiral Paul Zukunft said that his office reached out to the Coast Guard's 13 openly transgender members after the president's announcement last week.
R. Kelly Cancels Upcoming Concerts, Reportedly Due to Low Ticket Sales
The news comes two weeks after BuzzFeed reported on allegations that Kelly is running an abusive cult.
Trump’s Opioid Commission Calls on Trump to Declare Opioid Epidemic a National Emergency
The last time officials declared a nationwide public health emergency in the United States was in 2009, for the H1N1 flu outbreak.