Senate Judiciary Committee

Jul 15, 2026

Blanche says he’s not a ‘yes man’ as he faces criticism over Trump loyalty

Attorney general nominee Todd Blanche faced Senate scrutiny over the Epstein files rollout, Trump tax immunity deal and DOJ ethics concerns.

Jul 14, 2026

Blanche to face skeptics in GOP after judge’s scathing criticism

Todd Blanche faces a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing amid criticism from a federal judge and skepticism from key GOP senators.

Jun 10, 2026

Trump’s attorney general pick stares down Senate confirmation hurdles

Todd Blanche, Trump’s attorney general nominee, faces a contentious Senate confirmation amid concerns over a controversial fund and Jan. 6 ties.

May 4, 2026

As Thomas hits milestone, his conservative stamp on court endures

Clarence Thomas becomes the second-longest-serving justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, known for his influential conservative rulings and persistence.

Jun 25, 2025

Trump judicial nominee Bove denies whistleblower claims

Judicial nominee Emil Bove denies whistleblower’s claim he suggested defying court orders to carry out Trump’s deportation plans during DOJ meetings.

Mar 20, 2015

Let tort claims of the dead live on, committee says

Sen. Ron Latz said the proposed legislation “will realign the tort system to be consistent with its very premise” — creating a legal exposure that provides incentives “to do a better job.”

Feb 11, 2015

Tiny cameras raise big issues

As more police officers wear them, legislators consider statewide rules

Jan 16, 2015

Police technology under scrutiny

Senate judiciary panel debated the merits of a first-of-its-kind state statute on license plate readers before finally opting to hold the bill over for a few more days’ worth of deliberation.

Jan 2, 2015

Courts face tough slog at Capitol

Intense competition for budget dollars could make for a disappointing session for the judicial branch, which is seeking a 7.5 percent funding increase — or an additional $45 million — mostly to pay for raises for court personnel after five consecutive years of salary freezes.