Event Brief
Judge rules DOJ can use military lawyer to prosecute civilians
Filed: May 02, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET
Summary: A judge ruled the DOJ can use a military lawyer to prosecute civilians in a landmark case.
WHO: A judge
WHAT: Landmark ruling allowing DOJ to use a military lawyer to prosecute civilians
WHEN: May 02, 2026 at 2:26 PM ET
WHERE: Minnesota
WHY: The ruling relates to Paul Johnson’s assault charge against a Customs and Border Protection agent.
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