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Trump's DOJ Banner Sparks Controversy Amid Legal Battles

2/19/2026

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On Feb 19, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) in Washington, D.C., displayed a banner with U.S. President Donald Trump’s portrait and the slogan "Make America Safe Again."
Similar banners were hung at the Department of Labor last year.
The DOJ traditionally maintains impartiality, but Trump's involvement in prosecutions has raised concerns.
Trump claimed $230 million in damages against DOJ and criticized the agency during a headquarters speech.

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Story summary

On Feb 19, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) in Washington, D.C., displayed a banner with U.S. President Donald Trump’s portrait and the slogan "Make America Safe Again."
Similar banners were hung at the Department of Labor last year.
The DOJ traditionally maintains impartiality, but Trump's involvement in prosecutions has raised concerns.
Trump claimed $230 million in damages against DOJ and criticized the agency during a headquarters speech.