Northamptonshire Police's Chief Constable Ivan Balhatchet has been fined £50,000 for contempt of court after his force repeatedly failed to hand over video footage of a wrongful arrest. Discover the full story of this police accountability case.
Federal judge resumes investigation into whether Trump officials defied court order halting deportations to El Salvador. Read the latest developments in this ongoing legal battle.
Major reforms to contempt of court laws proposed to help police and media fill information voids after incidents like the Southport attack. Learn how this impacts public safety and justice.
A 49-year-old man due for drink-driving sentencing had his case adjourned after arriving at court intoxicated. The magistrate issued a stern warning for his next hearing. Read the full story.
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to prison after being found in contempt of court for filming defendants in an active criminal case and broadcasting the footage online.
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could be jailed for three weeks as he faces contempt of court proceedings following controversial social media posts about an ongoing criminal trial.
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon launches dramatic Supreme Court appeal to overturn contempt of Congress conviction in high-stakes legal battle that could redefine executive privilege.
Former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio faces criminal contempt charges after deliberately ignoring federal court orders to stop targeting Hispanic individuals in his immigration patrols.
Sydney radio hosts under investigation for potentially breaching court orders with on-air remarks about accused murderer Erin Patterson's case
Dr Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to lead the Library of Congress, has announced her departure plans, sparking a search for her successor ahead of the potential return of Donald Trump.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for a ban on jurors researching cases online, warning it threatens the future of jury trials in the UK.
Exclusive: A US Secret Service agent faces disciplinary action after a shocking drunken incident at a Maryland hotel, involving property damage and confrontations with staff, prompting a formal inquiry from Congress.
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte survives impeachment attempt as congress dismisses 'moral incapacity' charges. Political crisis continues amid corruption allegations.
Veteran Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton clinches another decisive victory, continuing her decades-long fight for DC statehood and representation.
Veteran Washington D.C. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton firmly addresses speculation about her age and commitment, confirming she will serve her entire next term if re-elected in November.
Former US President Donald Trump launches a scathing attack on veteran New York Democrat Jerry Nadler, calling for his retirement in a Truth Social tirade. The explosive post reignites political tensions as Trump faces his own legal battles in the city.
Senior Democratic lawmaker Eleanor Holmes Norton faces a fierce backlash for suggesting elderly voters are not 'cognisant', raising serious questions about ageism and voter rights in US politics.
In a bombshell move, Donald Trump has ordered the freezing of vital US security aid to Ukraine, a decision at the heart of the impeachment inquiry shaking Westminster and the White House.
US Congress in uproar as Republican firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene demands a vote to publicly identify individuals linked to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, challenging her own party's leadership.
Disgraced former US Congressman Madison Cawthorn, ousted in 2022 after a series of scandals, is reportedly preparing a remarkable political comeback attempt in Florida's 8th District, challenging incumbent Republican Cory Mills.
A controversial new US bill, led by Republican senators, seeks to dismantle the CDC's authority to issue nationwide health mandates, sparking a fierce debate over federal power and pandemic response.
Brexit architect Nigel Farage faces severe embarrassment after a disastrous appearance before a US congressional committee, raising questions about his credibility and diplomatic skills.
Explosive court filings allege Donald Trump violated a gag order by attacking key witnesses, including Stormy Daniels, in his New York criminal trial. The judge is now considering contempt charges.
Republican Congressman Don Bacon suffers a dramatic medical episode during a live television interview from his Nebraska home, raising serious questions about politicians' health transparency.
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna delivers a scathing rebuke to Republican firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene after she attempts to link him to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in a vicious social media attack.
GOP lawmakers are drafting a formal censure resolution against Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, accusing her of promoting antisemitic rhetoric in her recent speech on the Palestinian cause, sparking a fierce partisan row in the House.
Progressive firebrand Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez clashes with Republicans over a bipartisan bill to ban stock trading by US Congress members, alleging loopholes for 'insider dealing'.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's testimony before a US congressional hearing descended into chaos as he was confronted over his past praise for Vladimir Putin and accused of hypocrisy on free speech. The tense exchange highlights his controversial standing
Political circles are abuzz with rumours that Chelsea Clinton is considering a run for a New York congressional seat, potentially setting up a dramatic dynasty showdown with a young Kennedy candidate.