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Apr 7, 2026 The Department of Justice civil rights division investigated Cassidy Hutchinson over whether she lied to Congress Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
The unusual use of a civil-rights unit raised concerns that institutional tools were being redirected toward a politically sensitive witness.
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- DOJ Investigates Former Aide Cassidy Hutchinson — The New York Times reported that the civil rights division of the DOJ is investigating Cassidy Hutchinson, a former White House aide who testified against Trump regarding the Jan.
Verified: Tier 1 primary record
Week 64 – 2026-04-04–2026-04-10
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Apr 4, 2026 Federal agents and ICE arrested relatives of Qassem Soleimani after revoking their lawful permanent resident status Tier 1 · Primary Civil Rights and Dissent
The arrests showed immigration enforcement being used in a politically charged way that affected due process and equal treatment.
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- US Authorities Arrest Soleimani's Relatives in Los Angeles — US federal agents arrested Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter, relatives of the late Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani, in Los Angeles.
- Arrest of Soleimani's Relatives by U.S. Authorities — Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the arrest of individuals claimed to be the niece and great-niece of the late Qassem Soleimani.
Verified: Tier 1 primary record
Week 64 – 2026-04-04–2026-04-10
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