Category: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Today we announced the results of OPERATION SPRING CLEANING, a three month nationwide initiative spearheaded by the FBI to combat gang-related threats and enhance public safety.

➡️1,100 Arrests
➡️Nearly 1,000 Illegal Firearms Seized
➡️Over 2,700 Pounds of Various Drugs Seized

“When our neighborhoods are safe from the scourge of deadly drugs, individuals and families can prosper,” said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. “The Trump Administration has made significant progress in removing this poison from our streets, a key step in our commitment to making America safe again.”

📷Credit: FBI

Read more: https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-announces-results-operation-spring-cleaning

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

The Justice Department announced unprecedented federal and state cooperation in Ohio in the fight against fraud, including partnerships and a data sharing agreement to enhance the detection and prosecution of fraud; federal and state charges against 9 defendants for their alleged participation in over $42 million in fraud; orders of detention this week for three defendants, with two additional defendants pending extradition in connection with an additional $15 million in fraud; and the creation of the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters list.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill, we are surging $300 million in grant funds to support 2-4 cities with a population of 100k or more who are serious in reducing violent crime, restoring law and order, and modernizing their public safety infrastructure.

Under President Trump’s leadership, this Department of Justice, and this Initiative is focused on results, and are looking for true whole-of-government partnerships.

Apply now: https://www.justice.gov/grants

Submissions are due September 1st.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

The Justice Department announced the Minnesota Health Care Fraud Takedown, which resulted in criminal charges against 15 defendants, including owners of child care centers and various Medicaid providers, for their alleged participation in various fraud schemes involving over $90 million in intended loss, including the two largest Medicaid fraud cases ever charged in the District and first-of-their kind charges involving additional Medicaid programs.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on the superseding indictment of Raul Castro and five Castro regime co-defendants: "For nearly 30 years the families of four murdered Americans have waited for justice…My message today is clear: The United States and President Trump does not and will not forget its citizens."

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, Acting Assistant Attorney General Omeed A. Assefi, and FBI Operations Director Joe Perez held a press conference to discuss a law enforcement action relating to global commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic and the global supply chain crisis.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald, U.S. Marshals Director Gadyaces Serralta, and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announce details on the DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force Summer Surge, ahead of America 250 events in Washington, DC. Federal resources will be surged as part of the ongoing coordinated public safety effort across the Nation’s capital.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

To commemorate #NationalPoliceWeek, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche delivered remarks at this year’s 2026 Unity Tour where hundreds of riders complete a nearly 300-mile journey in honor of officers who have died in the line of duty.

Because of the men and women in law enforcement serving on the frontlines, our communities, and our country are safer.

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Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Today, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland and the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division hosted a press conference to provide an update about the investigation connected to the March 26, 2024, allision incident involving the M/V Dali container vessel and Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds8d1xc3Z3g

Source: United States Department of Justice (video statements)

Here’s a reminder during #NationalPoliceWeek:

This Department of Justice is working tirelessly to restore law and order to our great nation. We will prosecute ANYONE who tries to touch an officer aggressively because we will ALWAYS BACK THE BLUE. 🇺🇸

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