attorney Statement from Attorney General Eric Holder on the Passing of Dr. Benjamin Hooks By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:22:07 EDT “Today, we mourn the loss of Dr. Benjamin Hooks, one of our nation’s great civil rights leaders," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Police Executive Research Forum Annual Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:17:15 EDT "PERF has become a leading voice in establishing policies to reduce officer-involved shootings, to increase diversity in your ranks, and to bring a renewed focus on accountability and transparency within your departments," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week National Observance and Candlelight Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:19:36 EDT "These days of reflection are an important opportunity for us to come together in support of victims, to give voice to their suffering and to light the way toward a hopeful future," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Recognizes Nine Individuals, One Organization, for Outstanding Service to Crime Victims By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:45:17 EDT The Attorney General’s annual victims’ service awards are presented as a prelude to the nation’s observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 18-April 24, 2010. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Service Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:47:21 EDT "Today, we’ve come together, from as far as Omaha and Albuquerque, Portland and Philadelphia, to recognize men and women who have found their calling in the service of others," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Addresses the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee 50th Anniversary Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 13:23:23 EDT "We at the Justice Department have recommitted ourselves to this work. We’re strengthening civil rights protections in employment, housing, voting, and sentencing, and we’ve launched a new initiative aimed at expanding access to justice." Full Article Speech
attorney Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Testifies Before the Senate Judiciary Committee By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:30:24 EDT "I also am personally committed to the restoration and transformation of the Civil Rights Division, as is the Attorney General, whose support of the Division has been unwavering and complete," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Sherman Act Award Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:12:08 EDT Today, the Antitrust Division of this Department of Justice continues to live up to Senator Sherman's exhortation. Now more than ever, we are committed to smart, fair, and aggressive antitrust enforcement across all sectors of our economy. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Hosts Meeting with Commissioners of the African Union By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:20:47 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today met with commissioners of the African Union in an effort to underscore the United States government’s commitment to Africa, particularly efforts to promote rule of law and to combat transnational crime. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Christopher H. Schroeder as Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legal Policy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:52:35 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today welcomed the confirmation of Christopher H. Schroeder as the new Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Policy (OLP). Schroeder was confirmed today by the U.S. Senate. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Samuel R. Bagenstos Testifies Before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:32:01 EDT "The Civil Rights Division enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and we have a substantial role in implementing Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Delivers Vassar College Lecture on Public Service By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:36:01 EDT "On Saturday, I understand that many of you will come together to mark one of Vassar’s oldest traditions – Founder’s Day – when you’ll celebrate the extraordinary foresight, generosity and optimism that Matthew Vassar showed in establishing this college," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Department of Justice Announces New Assistant United States Attorneys and FBI Agents to Combat Intellectual Property Crimes By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:38:42 EDT As part of the Department of Justice’s ongoing initiative to confront intellectual property (IP) crimes, Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler announced today the appointment of 15 new Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) positions and 20 FBI Special Agents to be dedicated to combating domestic and international IP crimes. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the AstraZeneca Settlement Announcement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:25:56 EDT This Administration is committed to recovering taxpayer money lost to health care fraud, whether it’s by bringing cases against common criminals operating out of vacant storefronts or executives at some of the nation’s biggest companies. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at Street Law Awards Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:52:55 EDT "I believe we can extend our country’s finest traditions of public service and civic engagement. And I’m certain that we can prepare – and inspire – the next generation of Americans to do the same," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Testifies Before the House Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:26:27 EDT "Through our efforts and our partnerships with other Federal agencies and State partners, we will continue to ramp up fair lending enforcement to ensure that all Americans have equal access to credit," said Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Dispatches Justice Department Team to Monitor British Petroleum Oil Spill By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:41:19 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder announced today that he is dispatching a team of attorneys from multiple divisions within the Justice Department to New Orleans to meet with the U.S. Attorney and response teams and to monitor the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Conference on Human Trafficking By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 3 May 2010 11:56:27 EDT "For today’s Justice Department, our work to pursue human trafficking investigations and prosecutions and to support those who serve and assist victims is not simply a top priority. It’s also a source of great pride," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder on the Times Square Investigation By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 4 May 2010 01:25:45 EDT "Earlier this evening, Faisal Shahzad was arrested in connection with the attempted car bombing in New York on Saturday," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Press Conference Regarding the Times Square Attempted Bombing By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 4 May 2010 13:48:57 EDT "The Department of Justice and our partners in the national security community have no higher priority than disrupting those attempts, and bringing those who plot them to justice." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the 70th Judicial Conference of the Sixth Circuit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:19:56 EDT "In addition to providing an update on some of the Justice Department’s top priorities, I’d also like to discuss the work we’re doing – and the historic commitment we’ve made – to ensure that justice is done in each and every criminal case our federal prosecutors pursue," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Appoints Four New U.S. Attorneys to Advisory Committee By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 6 May 2010 14:26:54 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today announced the appointment of four new U.S. Attorneys to serve two-year terms on the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee (AGAC): Loretta E. Lynch, Eastern District of New York; Stephanie M. Rose, Northern District of Iowa; Benjamin B. Wagner, Eastern District of California; and Sally Quillian Yates, Northern District of Georgia. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Testifies Before the Senate Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 6 May 2010 10:50:09 EDT "Thank you for this opportunity to discuss the President’s Fiscal Year 2011 Budget for the Department of Justice and to provide an update on the department’s progress, key priorities and future plans," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at the California Cities Gang Prevention Network By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 10 May 2010 19:18:57 EDT "I’m proud that, for the first time, the Department is directing resources for the express purpose of reducing childhood exposure to violence and raising awareness of its ramifications, advancing scientific inquiry on its causes and characteristics, and, of course, countering its negative impact," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler Speaks at the National Internet Crimes Against Children’s Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 11 May 2010 16:35:34 EDT As you know better than anyone else, our Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces, are truly the front line fighters in the battle against child exploitation. Full Article Speech
attorney U.S. Court Bars Kansas City-Area Attorney & CPA from Promoting Tax Fraud Schemes That Cost Treasury at Least $45 Million By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 12 May 2010 13:24:43 EDT A federal judge in Kansas City, Mo., has permanently barred Allen R. Davison from promoting a variety of tax fraud schemes, including some that used sham companies, sham chicken-flock contracts, and sham pension plans. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler Delivers Remarks at the National Institute on Health Care Fraud By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 May 2010 13:44:19 EDT "Every year, hundreds of billions of dollars are spent to provide health care for millions of American seniors, children and the disabled," said Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Health Care Fraud Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 May 2010 17:00:52 EDT "This report shows the success of our collaborative efforts to prevent, identify, and prosecute the most egregious instances of health care fraud," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Candlelight Vigil By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 May 2010 23:07:33 EDT "Tonight is testament to the indispensable role the Memorial Fund plays in honoring the service and sacrifice of our nation’s men and women in uniform – not only at this annual vigil but every day of the year," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Columbia University School of Law Commencement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 14 May 2010 11:40:21 EDT "To return today, as our Nation’s Attorney General, to the place where I first studied the law, where I first dreamed of both serving the cause of justice and our country’s Department of Justice, is an extraordinary privilege," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at Boston University School of Law’s Convocation By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 16 May 2010 15:56:19 EDT "The future, I believe, demands no less from each of you. And history leaves me with no doubt that I am looking at 487 faces of dreamers and, most importantly, doers who will not merely meet these great expectations, but, like so many other BU Law graduates, will exceed them," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Boston University Commencement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 16 May 2010 16:00:29 EDT "Today, as we celebrate everything you’ve achieved, we also look forward to all I know you can, and will, accomplish. I am eager to see where, over that “mountaintop,” each of you leads our nation and our world," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Alabama Agriculture Workshop By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 21 May 2010 12:11:17 EDT "The discussion we’ve gathered to begin reflects an historic collaboration between the Departments of Justice and Agriculture and leaders from across our nation’s agriculture industry," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the American University Washington College of Law Commencement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 23 May 2010 16:28:54 EDT "I am also proud to be among the first to welcome you into a profession that will provide countless opportunities for you to hone your new skills, continue your learning process, channel your greatest passions, and improve the world we share," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at a Recovery Act Transitional Housing Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 24 May 2010 14:14:16 EDT "As we look to the reauthorization of VAWA later this year, we need to know about lessons learned and how we in the federal government can help you serve victims and their families," said Associate Attorney General Perrelli. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Honors Child Recovery and Protection Efforts During Missing Children’s Day Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 May 2010 15:52:29 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder commemorated National Missing Children’s Day in an awards ceremony recognizing the exemplary efforts of law enforcement and citizens nationwide in recovering missing children and combating child exploitation. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at the Puerto Rico Task Force Public Hearing By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 May 2010 13:16:16 EDT "As many of you know, it has been a priority of President Obama since day one that our government be open, transparent and accountable," said Associate Attorney General Perrelli. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Missing Children’s Day Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 May 2010 15:54:35 EDT "The Justice Department is proud to count the National Center as a partner. And, today, I’m pleased to announce an award to the National Center of more than $30 million to support and continue its critical work," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary G. Grindler Speaks at the 2010 Compliance Week Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 May 2010 18:01:46 EDT I want to commend Compliance Week for putting together an impressive series of panels and presentations on some of the most cutting edge issues in corporate compliance today. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Inaugural Caribbean-U.S. Security Cooperation Dialogue By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 27 May 2010 12:23:43 EDT "This new initiative is an important step forward in addressing our shared concerns, advancing our common interests, and strengthening our collective commitment to protect our citizens from crime, violence, trafficking, and terror," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 31 May 2010 10:43:59 EDT "Only by working together, across borders and jurisdictions, can we ensure that the ideals set forth in the Anti-Bribery Convention more than a decade ago are realized today and in the future. And only by working together will the promise of democracy be fulfilled, and will the rule of law be respected, across the globe," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder on Gulf Oil Spill By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 1 Jun 2010 15:52:09 EDT "While the federal government continues to focus on stopping the leak and responding to the environmental disaster, the Department of Justice will ensure the American people do not foot the bill for this disaster and that our laws are enforced to the full extent," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Illinois and Louisiana Attorneys Convicted of Tax and Bank Fraud in Connection with Tax Shelter Transactions and Referral Fee Kickback Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 Jun 2010 13:08:24 EDT Chicago attorney and Certified Public Accountant John B. Ohle III and Louisiana attorney William Bradley were found guilty Wednesday in Manhattan federal court of wire and tax fraud conspiracy charges stemming from a scheme to fraudulently obtain referral fees relating to a tax shelter sold by Ohle’s employer, Bank One, and thereafter failing to accurately report those fees to the IRS and pay the appropriate taxes due. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Statement of Attorney General Holder on the U.S.- EU and EU Member States Declaration on Counterterrorism By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:45:19 EDT “The Council’s adoption of this Declaration is a crucial step forward in our mutual fight against terrorism," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Association of Drug Court Professionals 16th Annual Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 Jun 2010 15:07:17 EDT "For nearly two decades, NADCP’s leadership and membership have served as extraordinary partners to government in the administration of justice," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee's 30th Anniversary National Convention By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 4 Jun 2010 13:27:01 EDT "It’s a special honor to be part of this anniversary and to continue one of our nation’s most important conversations – the crucial, ongoing dialogue between law enforcement and members of the Arab-American community," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder, Secretary Sebelius Send Letter to State Attorneys General on New Outreach and Education Efforts to Combat Medicare Fraud By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Jun 2010 09:29:51 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder and Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius today sent a letter to state attorneys general urging them to work with HHS and federal, state and local law enforcement officials to mount a substantial outreach campaign, beginning this summer, to educate seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries about how to prevent scams and fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks Before the Italian Historical Society of America By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 9 Jun 2010 12:52:33 EDT "The opportunity to participate in the Society’s 50th annual ceremony commemorating Charles Joseph Bonaparte, a bold man and brilliant lawyer who dedicated his life to serving his country, is a humbling one, and it’s not easy to know what more can be said about him," said Associate Attorney General Perrelli. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Project Deliverance Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:34:08 EDT "We are here to announce the results of Project Deliverance – a 22-month, bilateral investigation focused on the transportation infrastructure in the United States used by Mexican drug cartels to distribute illegal narcotics throughout our country and smuggle weapons and cash across the U.S.-Mexico border," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez at the National Disability Rights Network Annual Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:36:58 EDT "The progress made in 20 years is remarkable. But our anniversary celebration must be marked by turning our attention to the next 20 years so that we can continue to create a nation where every individual has access to equal opportunity and equal justice," said Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Full Article Speech