national Justice Department Reaches Settlement with National Mortgage Lender to Resolve Allegations of Lending Discrimination By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 8 Dec 2010 12:38:09 EST PrimeLending, a national mortgage lender with 168 offices in 32 states at the end of 2009, has agreed to pay $2 million to resolve allegations that it engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination against African-American borrowers between 2006 and 2009. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler Speaks at a World Bank International Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 8 Dec 2010 09:42:46 EST "Only by working together, across borders and jurisdictions, can we stamp out corruption," said Acting Deputy Attorney General Grindler. Full Article Speech
national Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer Speaks at the United Nations for International Anti-corruption Day By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 9 Dec 2010 10:49:17 EST "We have gathered here on International Anti-Corruption Day in part to raise awareness about corruption across the globe, and in part to celebrate how far we’ve come in the last seven years," said Assistant Attorney General Breuer. Full Article Speech
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the 12th National Indian Nations Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:00:03 EST "In this time of growing demands and limited resources, the fact that a record number of attendees – more than 900 – have gathered for this conference is evidence of your commitment to meeting the challenges we face. And it speaks volumes about the impact and importance of this biennial meeting." Full Article Speech
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at National Indian Nations Conference During Week of Justice Department Events with Tribal Country By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:55:49 EST Attorney General Eric Holder served as the keynote speaker at the 12th National Indian Nations Conference in Palm Springs, Calif., during a week of outreach events organized by the Department of Justice that brought together tribal leaders and youth, law enforcement officers, lawyers and judges, policy experts and health and social services providers, and representatives from federal, state, local and tribal governments. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Florida Man and Two U.K. Nationals Plead Guilty in Relation to Immigration Fraud Scheme Involving Florida Property Development Company By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:42:01 EST A Florida man and two U.K. nationals pleaded guilty Dec.10, 2010, to immigration fraud charges for their roles in a scheme to fraudulently procure visas from the U.S. Embassy in London through a Florida property development company called Royal Development. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Participating in International Child Pornography Ring Dismantled by International Law Enforcement Effort By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:00:17 EST Yesterday’s guilty plea by David Michael Fagerness is the result of an international investigation into the “Lost Boy” online bulletin board. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Former CIA Officer Arrested for Alleged Unauthorized Disclosure of National Defense Information and Obstruction of Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 6 Jan 2011 13:15:39 EST A former CIA officer was arrested today on charges that he illegally disclosed national defense information and obstructed justice. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Assistant Attorney General David Kris Announces Departure from National Security Division By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 11:08:17 EST David Kris, Assistant Attorney General for National Security, announced his resignation from the Department of Justice today, effective March 4, 2011. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Minnesota-based National Hardware Store Distributor Fastenal to Pay U.S. $6.25 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:56:57 EST Fastenal Company, a national hardware store distributor, has reached a settlement with the United States following an investigation of alleged false claims in connection with a General Services Administration contract. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Belarusian National Pleads Guilty to International Online Scheme to Steal U.S. Tax Refunds By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:03:48 EST A Belarusian national and resident of Nantucket, Mass., pleaded guilty today to charges stemming from his participation in an international online scheme to steal income tax refunds from U.S. taxpayers around the country. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Holder Speaks at First Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Violence Against Women By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:43:06 EST Attorney General Eric Holder and Director of the Office on Violence Against Women, Susan B. Carbon today opened the first meeting of the re-chartered National Advisory Committee on Violence Against Women (NAC). Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Advisory Committee on Violence Against Women Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:51:46 EST "As our nation’s Attorney General, and as a parent of two teenage daughters, addressing violence rates – and implementing bold, innovative and collaborative solutions – is a top priority." Full Article Speech
national Iranian National Charged with Illegally Exporting Specialized Metals from the United States to Iran By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 1 Feb 2011 10:42:54 EST Milad Jafari, 36, a citizen and resident of Iran has been indicted for illegally exporting and attempting to export specialized metals from the United States through companies in Turkey to several entities in Iran, including some entities that have been sanctioned for involvement in ballistic missile activities. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national New York Broker Indicted for Alleged Role in International Stock Fraud Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 1 Feb 2011 14:03:12 EST An indictment unsealed today in Detroit charges stock broker Gregg M. Berger of New York for his role in a wide-ranging fraud scheme to illegally pump-and-dump thinly-traded Chinese and Israeli stocks. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Five Individuals and One Tennessee Company Charged with Conspiracy to Violate Arms Export Control Act and Related Offenses in International Arms Trafficking Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:26:34 EST Five individuals and a Nashville, Tenn., firearms manufacturer have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges relating to international firearms and trafficking violations of the Arms Export Control Act. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the National Association of Latino Elected Officials Luncheon on Redistricting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:39:24 EST "The importance of this process can not be overstated – our system of government relies upon giving everyone an equal voice – and the decennial redistricting process ensures integrity in our system." Full Article Speech
national More Than 100 Members and Associates of Transnational Organized Crime Groups Charged with Offenses Including Bank Fraud, Kidnapping, Racketeering and Health Care Fraud By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:49:53 EST One hundred and two members and associates of transnational organized criminal groups operating in the United States have been charged in indictments unsealed today in Los Angeles; Santa Ana, Calif.; Miami and Denver. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Romanian Man Pleads Guilty for Role in International Fraud Scheme Involving Online Auction Websites By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:48:07 EST A Romanian man pleaded guilty today before U.S. District Judge Matthew F. Kennelly in Chicago to one count each of wire fraud and conspiracy for his role in moving and hiding the illicit proceeds of an international fraud scheme. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Assistant Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the ABA Standing Committee on Law and National Security Breakfast By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:58:21 EDT "It’s a pleasure to be here with you to talk about the work we’re doing in the Civil Division to promote and protect the Nation’s national security interests," said Assistant Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
national Justice Department Settles with National Board of Medical Examiners Over Refusal to Provide Testing Accommodations to Yale Medical School Student By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:15:10 EST The Justice Department today announced a settlement under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), a private, non-profit organization that administers the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), a standardized examination related to medical licensing. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Nigerian National Sentenced in North Carolina to 108 Months in Prison for Role in Advance Fee Fraud Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:15:46 EST Ugochukwu Enwerem, aka Joseph Smith, was sentenced yesterday in U.S. District Court in Charlotte, N.C., to 108 months in prison for his role in an advance-fee fraud scheme. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Association of Counties Legislative Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 10:11:29 EST "I believe that this is a time of extraordinary opportunity – the opportunity to be more creative and innovative; to transform systems in need of reform; to harness 21st-century technologies; to incorporate research and science into our decision-making processes; to break down long-standing barriers to communication and cost-sharing; to forge and strengthen partnerships across, and beyond, government; and, even as we’re called on to do more with less, to do better for the most vulnerable citizens we serve." Full Article Speech
national Statement of Todd Hinnen, Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security, Before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 9 Mar 2011 13:51:03 EST Chairman Sensenbrenner, Ranking Member Scott, and members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security, thank you for inviting me to testify today concerning the three provisions of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (“FISA”) that were recently reauthorized but are scheduled to sunset again in May. Full Article Testimony
national Two Contractors Convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter for Death of Afghan National in Kabul, Afghanistan By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:54:54 EST A federal jury in Norfolk, Va., today convicted Justin Cannon, 27, of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Christopher Drotleff, 29, of Virginia Beach, Va., of involuntary manslaughter while working as contractors for the U.S. Department of Defense in Afghanistan. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Statement of Todd Hinnen, Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security, Before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:17:05 EDT Today I will address other national security investigative authorities enacted or amended as part of the USA PATRIOT Act, focusing in particular on the legal authorities relating to national security letters. Full Article Testimony
national Two Chinese Nationals Charged with Illegally Attempting to Export Military Satellite Components to the PRC By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:31:40 EDT Two Chinese nationals have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Alexandria, Va., for attempting to obtain radiation-hardened microchips, which are prohibited defense items used in the military and aerospace industry. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at National Forum on Youth Violence Prevention Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 10:25:08 EDT "This gathering marks an important step forward in what I know – and what I pledge – will be an ongoing conversation about how we can address violence among – and directed toward – our nation’s young people." Full Article Speech
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at National Action Network’s 13th Annual Convention By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 6 Apr 2011 12:38:51 EDT "...for two decades now, the National Action Network has been on the front lines of our nation’s fight to ensure security, opportunity, and justice for all. Today, this work goes on in your demands to those in power and in your aspirations for those in need." Full Article Speech
national Justice Department Files Lawsuit in Alaska Against Air Methods Corporation and LifeMed Alaska LLC to Enforce Employment Rights of Army National Guard Member By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:48:58 EDT The Justice Department today announced that it has filed a lawsuit alleging that Air Methods Corp. and LifeMed Alaska LLC willfully violated the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA) by discriminating against and failing to reemploy Chief Warrant Officer Third Class Jonathon L. Goodwin of Wasilla, Alaska. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week National Observance and Candlelight Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 19:06:02 EDT "Tonight, as we join together to commemorate this year’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, it is clear that we are also bound by our common goals, by our shared concerns, and by our collective resolve to do more to protect those at risk and in need – and to support every person, every family, and every community now struggling to overcome the devastating effects of crime." Full Article Speech
national Outlaws Motorcycle National President Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 12:43:08 EDT The national president of the American Outlaw Association (Outlaws) motorcycle gang was sentenced today to 20 years in prison for leading a violent criminal organization. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 18:09:49 EDT "Each of these awardees – and the other government leaders, legal advocates, public servants, and concerned citizens here today – are part of a powerful, national movement – one that inspired the passage of the historic 1994 crime bill and the Violence Against Women Act, as well as the creation of the Crime Victims Fund." Full Article Speech
national Foreign National Pleads Guilty in Washington, D.C., for Role in International Money Laundering Scheme Involving an Alleged $1.4 Million in Losses to Victims; Romanian National Surrenders By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 16:36:56 EDT A Bulgarian national pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia for his role in laundering money for a transnational criminal group based in Eastern Europe. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Department of Justice Takes Action to Disable International Botnet By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:48:41 EDT Today the Department of Justice and FBI announced the filing of a civil complaint, the execution of criminal seizure warrants, and the issuance of a temporary restraining order as part of the most complete and comprehensive enforcement action ever taken by U.S authorities to disable an international botnet. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at the D.C. National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:30:23 EDT "The Defending Childhood initiative seeks to redefine how the Justice Department responds to children who experience violence, witness violence, or suffer ongoing negative ramifications from violence. We hope to harness resources from across the Department - and across other federal agencies and state, local, and tribal partners – to first, prevent exposure to violence when possible; second to mitigate the negative impact of violence when it does occur; and third, to develop knowledge and spread awareness that will ultimately improve our homes, cities, towns, and communities." Full Article Speech
national National Security Division Announces FARA eFile for Foreign Agents Registration Act Electronic Filing By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:13:43 EDT The Justice Department’s National Security Division today announced the launch of a system for the electronic filing of registration statements and supplements with the Justice Department under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA). Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition Annual Conference Luncheon By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:01:19 EDT "President Obama and Attorney General Holder recognize that civil rights enforcement is about protecting individual rights and helping entire communities," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
national New Jersey Man Sentenced for Threatening Employees of National Latino Civil Rights Organizations By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:22:26 EDT Vincent Johnson of Brick, N.J., was sentenced to 50 months in prison and three years supervised release for sending a series of threatening email communications to employees of five civil rights organizations that work to improve opportunities for, and challenge discrimination against, Latinos in the United States. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national New York Broker Pleads Guilty in International Stock Fraud Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2011 11:11:04 EDT A New York stock broker has pleaded guilty in federal court in Detroit to conspiracy to commit securities fraud and wire fraud in connection with the Alan Ralsky spamming organization’s stock pump-and-dump scheme/ Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Dyncorp International LLC and the Sandi Group Pay U.S. More Than $8.7 Million to Resolve False Claims Allegations By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:43:53 EDT The United States has settled a whistleblower lawsuit against DynCorp International LLC and The Sandi Group. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Uzbek Man Sentenced for Role in Multi-National Racketeering and Forced Labor Enterprise By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 9 May 2011 15:50:17 EDT Abrorkhodja Askarkhodjaev was sentenced to 12 years in prison and three years of supervised release, and was ordered to pay $172,000 in restitution to the foreign worker fraud and forced labor victims in addition to restitution for harm caused by other aspects of the criminal enterprise. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national National Disaster Fraud Hotline Available to Report Tornado and Flood-Related Fraud By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 10 May 2011 16:13:35 EDT In response to recent natural disasters in several states, and subsequent relief efforts, the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) is reminding the public to be aware of and report any instances of alleged fraudulent activity related to relief operations and funding for victims. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition Spring Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 May 2011 13:29:08 EDT "IP crime is a serious threat. It jeopardizes the health and safety of consumers. It stifles creativity. And it has a negative effect on the American economy. Attorney General Holder and I and other leaders in the Justice Department are 100 percent committed to aggressive IP enforcement. And we want and need you to work with us in this fight. We face real challenges in this area. But we have taken significant strides in the last two years, and I look forward to expanding on those efforts in the months and years ahead." Full Article Speech
national Former CFO of National Auto Parts Retailer Pleads Guilty to Scheme to Manipulate Corporate Earnings By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2011 17:18:01 EDT Don W. Watson, former chief financial officer (CFO) of CSK Auto Corp. (CSK), pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona to conspiracy to commit securities and mail fraud in connection with a scheme to misstate the company’s reported earnings from 2001 through 2006. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the 23rd Annual National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Candlelight Vigil By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2011 19:40:35 EDT "At every level of the Justice Department, ensuring the safety of our law enforcement partners is – and will remain – a top priority. And we will continue working to better understand the challenges – and to mitigate the risks – that they regularly face." Full Article Speech
national Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Rollout of the U.S. International Strategy for Cyberspace By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 May 2011 17:32:32 EDT "The 21st-century threats we now face – to both our national and economic security – have no precedent. They know no borders. And they demand – not only our constant attention, but also a comprehensive, collaborative, and well-coordinated response." Full Article Speech
national Justice Department Antitrust Officials to Participate in 10th Annual International Competition Network Conference in the Hague, the Netherlands By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 May 2011 09:30:46 EDT Department of Justice Antitrust Division officials will participate in the 10th annual International Competition Network (ICN) conference in The Hague, The Netherlands, from May 18-20, 2011. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national International Competition Network Presents Vision for Its Second Decade By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 May 2011 10:45:26 EDT At its 10th annual conference in The Hague, the Netherlands, the International Competition Network (ICN) adopted new materials on how to assess market dominance, resolve cartel cases and manage competition projects effectively. Full Article OPA Press Releases
national Justice Department Honors Citizens, Law Enforcement at National Missing Children’s Day Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2011 14:32:05 EDT Deputy Attorney General James Cole spoke at the annual National Missing Children’s Day ceremony today at the Justice Department’s Great Hall, honoring missing children, their families, child advocates and others who protect the safety of children. Full Article OPA Press Releases