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DOJ Task Force Shrinks Amid Ongoing Hamas Investigation

3/26/2026

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Justice Task Force Challenges

The U.S. Department of Justice task force investigating the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks has lost much of its staff and resources due to the Trump administration's overhaul of the federal judiciary.
Despite the administration's focus on combating antisemitism, only one person has been charged.
A U.S. Department of Justice spokesperson said the task force has evolved, but its mission to prosecute those supporting terrorism remains unchanged.

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Terrell Targets Antisemitism

The U.S. Department of Justice's Task Force to Combat Antisemitism plans hate crime indictments against campus activists supporting Hamas.
Leo Terrell, who leads the initiative, criticizes local prosecutors for inaction.
He says the indictments will deter harassment of Jewish students.
Terrell cites aggressive measures, including possible federal funding loss for universities failing to protect Jewish students.
The task force says its actions aim to curb antisemitism after October 7 attacks.

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Justice Task Force Challenges

The U.S. Department of Justice task force investigating the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks has lost much of its staff and resources due to the Trump administration's overhaul of the federal judiciary.
Despite the administration's focus on combating antisemitism, only one person has been charged.
A U.S. Department of Justice spokesperson said the task force has evolved, but its mission to prosecute those supporting terrorism remains unchanged.

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