Example Sentences

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The attorneys general sent subpoenas to FIFA, requesting details about ticketing practices for eight World Cup matches hosted in New Jersey, including the World Cup final.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

A DOJ spokesperson told Salon that the department does not comment on grand jury subpoenas or investigations.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

The Wall Street Journal has received subpoenas for records of reporters.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The Journal quoted Ashok Sinha, the chief communications officer of Dow Jones, which publishes the newspaper, as saying the subpoenas "represent an attack on constitutionally protected newsgathering."

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Though the subpoenas had finally stopped coming, Deborah didn’t believe the lawsuit was truly over.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot