mark Fraudulent Telemarketer Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison, Co-Conspirators Also Sentenced for Roles in Fake Sweepstakes Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:10:39 EDT Four owners of Costa Rica-based telemarketing call centers, an employee and a Texas-based list broker have been sentenced for their roles in defrauding thousands of U.S. victims of more than $20 million through a phony sweepstakes scheme. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Two Chicago Men Charged in Connection with Alleged Roles in Foreign Terror Plot That Focused on Targets in Denmark By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:37:31 EDT Two Chicago men have been arrested on federal charges for their alleged roles in conspiracies to provide material support and/or to commit terrorist acts against overseas targets. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks at the Tribal Nations Listening Session By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:55:05 EDT "We must be open to new ideas and new approaches. We must learn from each other what has worked – and what has not. We must acknowledge the cultural diversity among tribal communities and embrace the challenge of providing services that are culturally and linguistically tailored. We must dare to think differently." Full Article Speech
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks at the Advocates and Leaders for Police and Community Trust (ALPACT) Awards Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:24:17 EST "I’m honored to participate in ALPACT’s first annual banquet, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to discuss an issue that I care about deeply – fostering collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Chicagoan Charged with Conspiracy in 2008 Mumbai Attacks in Addition to Foreign Terror Plot in Denmark By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 7 Dec 2009 11:33:33 EST A Chicago man who was arrested in October for planning terrorist attacks against a Danish newspaper and two of its employees is alleged to have also conducted extensive surveillance of targets in Mumbai for more than two years preceding the November 2008 terrorist attack on India’s largest city that killed approximately 170 people, including six Americans, and injured hundreds more. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Tahawwur Rana and David Headley Indicted for Alleged Roles in India and Denmark Terrorism Conspiracies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:40:07 EST A federal grand jury today returned a superseding indictment adding three defendants, including Tahawwur Rana, to charges filed last month against David Coleman Headley, alleging that they and others participated in conspiracies involving a planned terrorist attack against a Danish newspaper and the November 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, that killed approximately 164 people, including six Americans. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks at the Federal Bar Association’s Advancement of Social Justice Luncheon By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:11:47 EST "Today, it’s also my pleasure to join you in recognizing Kathleen Straus and in celebrating the example of public service reflected in Wade McCree’s life and career," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Delivers Remarks at Naturalization Ceremony for 50 Citizenship Candidates By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 1 Mar 2010 16:18:26 EST You are about to become our newest citizens. Hailing from 24 different countries, each of you represents a different culture, a different language, a different way of dress. But you will each now be American. Full Article Speech
mark Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at the Installation of Assistant Attorney General Ignacia S. Moreno By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 5 Mar 2010 15:50:04 EST Safeguarding our environment and protecting our natural resources is, and must be, a priority for the Justice Department. To this work, Ignacia will bring excellent judgment, a proven ability to bring people together, and an unwavering devotion to enforcing current law and defending key federal programs. Full Article Speech
mark Chicago Resident David Coleman Headley Pleads Guilty to Role in India and Denmark Terrorism Conspiracies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:15:27 EDT David Coleman Headley, a U.S. citizen of partial Pakistani descent, pleaded guilty today to a dozen federal terrorism charges, admitting that he participated in planning the November 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, as well as later planning to attack a Danish newspaper. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks at the Phoenix Mortgage Fraud Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Mar 2010 16:16:05 EDT "Mortgage fraud schemes must be stopped in their tracks. And those willing to exploit our national financial crisis for personal gain will be brought to justice," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks as Prepared for Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli at Sexual Assault Awareness Month Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:33:36 EDT This year is not merely a commemoration of an anniversary. It is a time to recommit ourselves to ending sexual and domestic violence. Our government and this Department have a responsibility to speak out and act on issues of violence against women. Full Article Speech
mark Pharmaceutical Giant AstraZeneca to Pay $520 Million for Off-label Drug Marketing By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:22:45 EDT AstraZeneca LP and AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP will pay $520 million to resolve allegations that AstraZeneca illegally marketed the anti-psychotic drug Seroquel for uses not approved as safe and effective by the Food and Drug Administration. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark 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
mark Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to Hold Workshop on Promoting Innovation By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 10 May 2010 11:16:17 EDT The Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Commerce’s United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced today that they will hold a joint public workshop on the intersection of patent policy and competition policy and its implications for promoting innovation Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark 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
mark 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
mark 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
mark Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at the North Carolina Advocates for Justice Convention By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:33:08 EDT "I believe our criminal defense system can, and will, become a source of tremendous national pride. I look forward to working with you all in achieving this goal. And I am grateful for your guidance, your engagement, and for your commitment," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks at First Lady Michelle Obama’s Visit to the Department of Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:45:11 EDT "In the recent past, including many miles on the campaign trail, I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know our First Lady," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Delivers Remarks on Fair Lending and Fair Housing at the Brookings Institution By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:15:58 EDT "As we emerge from this recession, it is critical that we not only look for ways to hold those who discriminated in the past accountable. We must also find ways to repair some of the damage done to families and to communities. We must use the power of the law to encourage innovative strategies for rebuilding, and be sure that decades of investment have not been permanently lost," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks by Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer at Violent Crime Program Press Roundtable By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:51:30 EDT Assistant Attorney General Breuer highlights the Criminal Division's recent successes in the fight against gangs and his intention to form an Organized Crime and Gang Section by merging the Organized Crime and Racketeering Section and the Gang Unit. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks By Assistant Attorney General Tony West at the Allergan Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Sep 2010 12:30:37 EDT "The pharmaceutical manufacturer Allergan has agreed to plead guilty and pay $600 million to resolve serious criminal and civil fraud allegations," announced Assistant Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Attorney General Holder at a “Just the Beginning” Foundation Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 4 Oct 2010 09:48:17 EDT It is a privilege to be part of this year’s conference and to join you all in discussing the responsibilities that we share – responsibilities to ourselves and our society; to our profession and our predecessors; to America’s next generation of law students, attorneys, and jurists. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer Delivers Remarks at the Trafficking Victims Protection Act 10th Anniversary Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 29 Oct 2010 10:55:08 EDT "The Trafficking Victims Protection Act was a landmark piece of legislation," said Assistant Attorney General Breuer. Full Article Speech
mark Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Delivers Remarks at the Trafficking Victims Protection Act 10th Anniversary Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 29 Oct 2010 10:58:27 EDT "Human trafficking is a grave affront to human rights and to our nation’s core values, and there can be no higher calling in our commitment to vindicating the individual rights of all people than eradicating this form of modern-day slavery," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
mark Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division Christine Varney Delivers Closing Remarks at the Agriculture Workshop By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 8 Dec 2010 15:35:32 EST "The Department of Justice and the USDA share the strong conviction that a healthy, competitive agricultural sector is not only vitally important to our nation’s economy but also a matter of national security and public health," said Assistant Attorney General Varney. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Assistant Attorney General Ignacia Moreno on 2011 Priorities for the Environment and Natural Resources Division By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:18:16 EST It is always a pleasure for me to see my long-time friends at the D.C. Bar. I have been a D.C. Bar member since 1991 – that is 20 years – and have served on various Bar committees and participated in pro bono activities sponsored by the Bar. Full Article Speech
mark Executive of California Aftermarket Auto Lights Distributor Agrees to Plead Guilty in Price-Fixing Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:56:20 EST An executive of a U.S. distributor has agreed to plead guilty and serve jail time for his participation in a global conspiracy to fix the prices of aftermarket auto lights. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Former Executive of California Aftermarket Auto Lights Distributor Agrees to Plead Guilty in Price-Fixing Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:05:58 EDT A former executive of a California aftermarket auto lights distributor has agreed to plead guilty for his participation in a global conspiracy to fix the prices of aftermarket auto lights. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Miami-Area Marketing Director Pleads Guilty for Her Role in Community Mental Health Care Fraud Scheme Involving More Than $100 Million in Fraudulent Medicare Claims By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:55:37 EDT A Miami-area resident pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Miami for her role in managing a community mental health care fraud scheme that resulted in the submission of more than $100 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Holder Announces Formation of Oil and Gas Price Fraud Working Group to Focus on Energy Markets By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:05:44 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today announced the formation of a Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force Working Group to focus specifically on fraud in the energy markets. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark UBS AG Admits to Anticompetitive Conduct by Former Employees in the Municipal Bond Investments Market and Agrees to Pay $160 Million to Federal and State Agencies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 4 May 2011 15:03:38 EDT UBS AG has entered into an agreement with the Department of Justice to resolve anticompetitive activity in the municipal bond investments market and has agreed to pay a total of $160 million in restitution, penalties and disgorgement to federal and state agencies. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Tahawwur Rana Guilty of Providing Material Support to Terror Group and Playing Supporting Role in Denmark Terror Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 18:45:20 EDT A Pakistani native who operated a Chicago-based immigration business was convicted today of participating in conspiracy involving a terrorism plot against a Danish newspaper and providing material support to a terrorist organization based in Pakistan. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Department of Labor’s Roundtable Discussion on the Job Market By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:36:13 EDT "With your unique insights, and your ongoing engagement, I have no doubt that we can move forward in meeting the goals that we all share: improving public safety; saving precious taxpayer dollars; and ensuring that the millions of Americans who have served their time – and are struggling to rejoin their communities – are able to become productive members of society, to contribute their skills and training to our workforce, to provide for themselves and their families, and to remain crime-free." Full Article Speech
mark Former U.S. Army Sergeant Pleads Guilty to Stealing Equipment in Iraq and Receiving Proceeds from Sale on Black Market By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:10:03 EDT A former U.S. Army sergeant pleaded guilty today to conspiring to steal U.S. Army equipment related to his work as a non-commissioned officer helping to train Iraqi army personnel in Mosul, Iraq, in 2008. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Assistant Attorney General Tony West Delivers Remarks at “Operation Rescue Me” Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 6 Jul 2011 14:59:46 EDT "And as Attorney General Eric Holder has often said, two of the Department’s highest priorities are fighting financial fraud and protecting our most vulnerable citizens, such as our elder citizens," said Assistant Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
mark JPMorgan Chase Admits to Anticompetitive Conduct by Former Employees in the Municipal Bond Investments Market and Agrees to Pay $228 Million to Federal and State Agencies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 7 Jul 2011 11:28:11 EDT JPMorgan Chase &s role in anticompetitive activity in the municipal bond investments market and has agreed to pay a total of $228 million in restitution, penalties and disgorgement to federal and state agencies. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Executive of Taiwan Aftermarket Auto Lights Manufacturer Arrested and Indicted for Participation in Price-Fixing Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:09:26 EDT An executive of a Taiwan manufacturer of aftermarket auto lights was indicted today for participating in a global conspiracy to fix the prices of aftermarket auto lights. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Assistant Attorney General Varney Delivers Remarks at Signing of Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese Antitrust Agencies By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:52:39 EDT "By establishing a framework for enhanced cooperation among our agencies, the Memorandum of Understanding also allows us to move to the next chapter in our collaboration on competition law and policy matters," said Assistant Attorney General Varney. Full Article Speech
mark Department of Justice Will Not Challenge the Producers Guild of America's Proposed Use of Certification Mark By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:36:11 EDT The Department of Justice announced today that it will not challenge the Producers Guild of America’s proposed use of a voluntary certification system for film producers. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark California Aftermarket Auto Lights Distributor Agrees to Plead Guilty in Price-Fixing Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:36:46 EDT A California aftermarket auto lights distributor has agreed to plead guilty today for its participation in a global conspiracy to fix the prices of aftermarket auto lights. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Second California Aftermarket Auto Lights Distributor Agrees to Plead Guilty in Price-Fixing Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:32:14 EDT Maxzone Vehicle Lighting Corp. agreed to plead guilty for participating in a global conspiracy to fix the prices of aftermarket auto lights. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Attorney General Eric Holder Delivers Remarks to the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:04:42 EDT "Over the years, by working together – in common cause, in good faith, and with mutual respect and shared commitment to reciprocity – we have built a safer world," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer Delivers Remarks at Rhode Island La Cosa Nostra Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:26:29 EDT "Today’s operations represent the kind of collaborative law enforcement that breeds success," said Assistant Attorney General Breuer. Full Article Speech
mark Attorney General Holder Delivers Remarks at the Annual National Organization of Black Law Enforcement (NOBLE) Executives Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 7 Oct 2011 21:12:48 EDT "Your service is essential in helping the Justice Department fulfill its most fundamental mission: to protect the American people – from terrorism and violent crime, from fraud and abuse, and from those who would take advantage of the most vulnerable among us," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Pfizer to Pay $14.5 Million for Illegal Marketing of Drug Detrol By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:57:53 EDT American pharmaceutical company Pfizer Inc. has agreed to pay $14.5 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations related to its marketing of the drug Detrol. Full Article OPA Press Releases
mark Senior Counselor for Access to Justice Mark Childress Speaks at DC Bar Annual Pro Bono Program By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:53:35 EDT "The Access to Justice office represents an unprecedented commitment by this Administration to addressing our indigent defense system, to growing pro bono service opportunities, and – ultimately – to strengthening our entire legal system," said Senior Counselor Mark Childress. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Attorney General Eric Holder at the “Progress Through Prosperity” Dinner with President Leonel Fernandez By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:14:14 EST "It is in this spirit of friendship that I have traveled to your beautiful country. And I am grateful, on a very personal level, for this opportunity to help build upon the progress that our nations – and America’s allies throughout the Caribbean region – have made together over the years," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
mark Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Laurie Robinson at the Animal Welfare Institute Albert Schweitzer Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:34:15 EST "The Albert Schweitzer Awards are given in honor of one of the world’s great humanitarians, a man who defined “good” as the preservation and enhancement of life in all its forms. The work that these recipients have done embodies the soul of Schweitzer’s philosophy," said Assistant Attorney General Robinson. Full Article Speech