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U.S. Attorney Subpoenas Authentic Campaigns Over $468 Payment

8/18/2026

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Story summary

U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros subpoenaed Authentic Campaigns, Inc., run by Loren Merchan, over a $468 payment to clients.
U.S. District Judge Brooke Jackson ordered the release of White House emails, citing an email that proved retaliation toward Colorado.
A Department of Justice (DOJ) memo under President Donald Trump expanded military authority to arrest undocumented immigrants outside National Defense Areas.
No Alien Enemies Act deportations have occurred since March 2025.

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Story summary

U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros subpoenaed Authentic Campaigns, Inc., run by Loren Merchan, over a $468 payment to clients.
U.S. District Judge Brooke Jackson ordered the release of White House emails, citing an email that proved retaliation toward Colorado.
A Department of Justice (DOJ) memo under President Donald Trump expanded military authority to arrest undocumented immigrants outside National Defense Areas.
No Alien Enemies Act deportations have occurred since March 2025.