gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Grand Opening of the Next Door Chattanooga Release Center By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2011 15:48:56 EDT "Today, we know that these public safety challenges cannot be addressed through enforcement alone – but instead must be met by a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, intervention, enforcement, and reentry. By engaging stakeholders at every level of government and law enforcement – as you’ve done here in Tennessee – and by strengthening our partnerships with, across, and beyond the nonprofit sector, you’ve shown that we can help women to break the cycle of addiction; to rise above the effects of poverty, crime, and violence; and to take new ownership of their lives. This is the type of innovative work that The Next Door is leading each day and, now, brings to the Chattanooga community." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Speaks on Settlements with Bank of America and Saxon Mortgage By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 May 2011 17:18:50 EDT "The Civil Rights Division enforces several laws designed to protect the rights of members of the military – so that their brave and selfless service doesn’t put them at risk of losing their jobs at home; so that they don’t have to forfeit their right to vote; so that they can be assured they and their families in the consumer context will not be penalized for their courageous decision to serve our nation." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Minneapolis Youth Violence Prevention Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 27 May 2011 12:39:54 EDT “This conference provides a critical opportunity to highlight, to celebrate, and – hopefully – to replicate, the extraordinary progress that’s been made under Minneapolis’s “Blueprint for Action” strategy. It’s also our chance to reaffirm our commitment to the goals that we share – protecting young people in need and at risk; and strengthening our approach to addressing one of the greatest public safety – and public health – epidemics of our time: children’s exposure to violence.” Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder, Justice Department and Administration Officials Join with Actors from HBO’s The Wire for Launch of Drug Endangered Children Public Awareness Campaign By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 31 May 2011 16:16:09 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder announced today the launch of a public awareness campaign at a Federal Interagency Drug Endangered Children (DEC) Task Force event to bring attention to the challenges faced by children and families affected by drug abuse and highlight the work being done across the country to address these issues. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Deputy Attorney General James Cole Speaks at the Federal Interagency Drug Endangered Children Task Force Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 31 May 2011 15:26:49 EDT On behalf of the Federal Interagency Drug Endangered Children Task Force and its members and supporters – and, more importantly, the millions of voiceless children across this Nation who are forced to survive unimaginable home lives – I want to thank you all for coming to this Public Awareness Event. Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Laurie Robinson of the Office of Justice Programs Speaks at the National Symposium on Pretrial Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:30:08 EDT "Each of you has been invited because of your experience, your expertise, and your influence within your constituencies. What we have in this room today is a gathering of many of the most influential criminal justice stakeholders in the nation and we’re going to really try to leverage that influence." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks Before the U.S. Sentencing Commission By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 09:55:21 EDT As we can all agree, our sentencing policies must be tough, predictable and aimed at: enhancing public safety; reducing crime; reducing recidivism; eliminating unwarranted disparities; minimizing the negative, often devastating effects of illegal drugs; and inspiring trust and confidence in the fairness of our criminal justice system. Full Article Testimony
gene Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez of the Civil Rights Division Speaks Before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:40:30 EDT "Every day in the Civil Rights Division presents me, my staff, and our outstanding team of dedicated career attorneys and professionals a new opportunity to protect and defend the rights of individuals who might not be able to assert those rights on their own. We are proud to carry the torch of the great civil rights pioneers who fought for laws that would ensure equal opportunity and equal justice – and we honor their legacy by enforcing those laws aggressively and evenhandedly. " Full Article Testimony
gene Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the National Seminar for Federal Defenders By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 10:12:01 EDT "I know that you are dedicated to your clients, and to defending them as vigorously as you can, while at the same time recognizing the importance of criminal prosecution to society. And in representing clients who would not have the means to defend themselves without you, you are essential to our adversary system." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Symposium on Pretrial Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:27:07 EDT "As we rededicate ourselves to this work, I can’t help but feel optimistic about where we’ll arrive – and what we will achieve – together. Not only do I look forward to hearing about the discussions that you will have – and the recommendations that you will develop – during this symposium, I look forward to our continued partnership, our continued progress, and our continued pursuit of security, opportunity, and justice for all." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Laurie Robinson Speaks at the National Symposium on Pretrial Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:35:31 EDT "This evidence-based approach to public safety issues is important across the criminal justice spectrum. I’ve made it a top priority at OJP. Shortly after taking office in 2009, I launched my Evidence Integration Initiative – we call it E2I, for short. Our goal is to both improve the quantity and quality of research and other evidence that we generate and get that information out to the field in a useable format." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Denise O'Donnell as Director of Bureau of Justice Assistance By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 6 Jun 2011 13:13:36 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today welcomed Denise O'Donnell as the Justice Department's Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Donald B. Verrilli Jr. as Solicitor General of the United States By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 6 Jun 2011 18:27:21 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today welcomed Donald B. Verrilli Jr. as the next Solicitor General of the United States. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at the 2011 LGBT Pride Month Celebration By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 6 Jun 2011 15:55:59 EDT "I’m proud to say that – today, when it comes to protecting and empowering LGBT citizens – our nation is on a path of progress. And in the months and years to come, let us strive to build upon the hard-fought victories of so many leaders and allies – both in our Department, through the critical work of organizations like DOJ Pride, and beyond – and to honor the promise of “equal justice under law.” Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez of the Civil Rights Division Speaks at the Portland, Oregon, Police Bureau Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 8 Jun 2011 16:02:31 EDT "Effective, accountable policing is critical for any healthy community, and we are here today because we all share the goal of ensuring that the Portland Police Bureau is the best law enforcement agency that it can be." Full Article Speech
gene Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at Justice Department Anti-Violence Event in Roanoke By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:16:16 EDT "At the Department of Justice, we are investing in more effective enforcement strategies, but we are also investing in communities across the country in proven strategies for preventing crime, in particular for reaching vulnerable young people before they commit crimes or when they begin going down the wrong path, and we are also investing in providing a transition for individuals coming out of prison, what we call reentry, because if we can reduce the recidivism rate, we can also reduce crime." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Northwest Indiana Cyber Security Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:45:28 EDT "Today's summit proves our unwavering commitment to preventing terrorists and other criminals from exploiting the Internet for planning, financing, or executing attacks; to engaging with an expanded network of partners across government and the private sector; and to strengthening our efforts to establish the rule of law in cyberspace." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the “Combating Immigration Services Scams” Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 14:58:57 EDT The Department of Justice, through our United States Attorneys’ Offices and the Civil Division’s Office of Consumer Protection Litigation, is investigating and prosecuting dozens of cases against these so-called “notarios,” said Assistant Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Annual Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:04:46 EDT "As members of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, and participants in this conference – whether you come from the private sector; a university; federal, state, or local government; or elsewhere – I know at least one thing about you: You care about rooting out, and preventing, financial fraud." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:18:07 EDT "As we have seen repeatedly – most clearly on September 11th and in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina – in times of crisis and emergency, law enforcement officers and first responders must be able to communicate quickly, across all jurisdictions. And as national security and public safety threats have continued to grow and to evolve, the need to bring public safety communications into the 21st century has never been greater." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the American Constitution Society Convention By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:43:26 EDT "This Administration is moving in a direction that is guided, not by fear – but by fact, by reason, and by a commitment to advancing the cause of justice and to upholding our nation’s most essential and enduring values." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Health Care Fraud Summit in Philadelphia By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:36:20 EDT "By coming together, we’re signaling – to the citizens we serve and to those who would threaten the strength of our health care system – that a new era of communication and cooperation has begun, and that this Administration’s commitment to fighting health care fraud has never been stronger." Full Article Speech
gene Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar Applaud Final Approval of Cobell Settlement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:47:49 EDT Today, the Departments of Justice and Interior applauded the final approval by U.S. Senior District Judge Thomas F. Hogan of Cobell v. Salazar, a long-running and contentious individual American Indian trust class-action lawsuit. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Assistant Attorney General Laurie Robinson of the Office of Justice Programs Speaks at the National Center for Victims of Crime Annual Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:03:30 EDT "I know with all of us working together to shape our future – thinking together in new ways and re-imagining our potential – the victim service field will be stronger, more effective, and better able to ensure a safer and more just world." Full Article Speech
gene 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
gene Michael Jackson’s Former General Manager Pleads Guilty to Tax Charges in Washington, D.C., Court By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:48:03 EDT Raymone Bain, a public relations specialist and the former general manager of the late pop star Michael Jackson, pleaded guilty today in federal court in Washington, D.C., to charges that she failed to file federal and District of Columbia income tax returns. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the 2011 National Institute of Justice Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:20:28 EDT "I want to note – and applaud – the fact that NIJ is not just playing a convening role and continuing its crucial research efforts; its leadership is setting an example of excellence. Through their outreach, their engagement with a variety of partners, and their commitment to independence and scientific rigor, they are paving the way to large-scale reform and improvement." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Retirement Ceremony for John Cruden By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:06:27 EDT "Over the last two decades, John Cruden has helped to lead one of the Department’s most active Divisions – and has been essential in making it such a great place to work, and to learn. And, while we will miss both his expertise and his humor, we wish him the best in his new role as President of the Environmental Law Institute." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the Third Annual Gangs, Drugs & Prosecution Conference in New Mexico By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:44:19 EDT "In every district, the Attorney General’s anti-violence strategy will require close coordination among state, local, and tribal law enforcement. In the Attorney General’s view – and I share his vision as well – fighting violent crime requires more than just putting offenders in jail. It also requires preventing crime before it occurs, and smoothing the transition of released prisoners back into society." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Christine Varney Speaks at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:59:18 EDT "To help you evaluate our achievements, I want to talk about developments at the Division on a variety of fronts—including civil merger and non-merger enforcement, international efforts, and competition advocacy work," said Assistant Attorney General Varney. Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Confirmation of James Cole, Lisa Monaco and Virginia Seitz By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:02:53 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder today welcomed the confirmation of James Cole, as Deputy Attorney General; Lisa Monaco, as Assistant Attorney General for National Security; and Virginia Seitz, as Assistant Attorney General of the Office of Legal Counsel. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the “Youth Violence Prevention and Positive Youth Development” Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:20:57 EDT "You are here today because you know how important it is to continue finding innovative and effective ways to fight violent crime. As someone who focuses on criminal prosecution, I am absolutely committed to doing everything I can to help make our communities safer." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the STANCE Initiative Meeting/Neighborhood Crime Prevention Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:10:52 EDT "Today, together, we have an opportunity to discuss the goals and responsibilities that we share – to reach the young people who need our help most; and to ensure that violent crime rates – here in Cleveland and across the country – continue to head in the right direction." Full Article Speech
gene Statement of the Attorney General Regarding Investigation into the Interrogation of Certain Detainees By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:43:41 EDT "On August 24, 2009, based on information the Department received pertaining to alleged CIA mistreatment of detainees, I announced that I had expanded Mr. Durham’s mandate to conduct a preliminary review into whether federal laws were violated in connection with the interrogation of specific detainees at overseas locations." Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Assistant Attorney General Varney Announces Departure from Antitrust Division By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 6 Jul 2011 18:05:47 EDT Christine Varney, Assistant Attorney General of the Antitrust Division, announced her resignation from the Department of Justice today, effective as of Aug. 5, 2011. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Holds a Press Conference Regarding Delaware’s Mental Health System By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 6 Jul 2011 11:37:39 EDT "Today’s agreement will bring Delaware into compliance with the ADA and the Olmstead decision by building a comprehensive, community-based mental health system," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
gene 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
gene Statement of Deputy Attorney General James Cole Regarding Information Requests for Multiple Sales of Semi-Automatic Rifles with Detachable Magazines By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:29:56 EDT “The international expansion and increased violence of transnational criminal networks pose a significant threat to the United States." Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Statement of Associate Attorney General Thomas J. Perrelli Before the Committee on Indian Affairs on Violence Against Native American Women By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:25:18 EDT "In anticipation of this year’s reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), the Department has been engaging in comprehensive discussions, including formal consultations with Indian tribes, about how best to protect the safety of Native women." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Installation of James Cole as Deputy Attorney General By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:42:00 EDT "Over the last seven months, the entire Department has seen something that I’ve known for decades – that Jim is an extremely talented attorney, as well as a consummate professional." Full Article Speech
gene Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division Speaks at the National District Attorneys Association Summer Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:33:35 EDT "As prosecutors, we occupy a unique role in the criminal justice system. Our job is not just to win cases, but also to do justice in every case." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Holder, Secretary Duncan Announce Effort to Respond to School-to-Prison Pipeline by Supporting Good Discipline Practices By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:02:44 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced the launch of the Supportive School Discipline Initiative, a collaborative project between the Departments of Justice and Education that will address the “school-to-prison pipeline” and the disciplinary policies and practices that can push students out of school and into the justice system. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks on Proposed Legislation to Combat Violence Against Native Women in Indian Country By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:10:51 EDT "We believe that enacting reforms along these lines — dealing with tribal jurisdiction over crimes of domestic violence, tribal protection orders, and amendments to the Federal assault statute — would significantly improve the safety of women in tribal communities and would allow Federal and tribal law-enforcement agencies to hold more perpetrators of domestic violence accountable for their crimes." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Announcement of the Transnational Organized Crime Strategy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:51:16 EDT "It is a privilege to join with you – and with so many other key leaders and critical partners, as we unveil a cutting-edge, comprehensive strategy that will take our nation’s fight against transnational organized crime to the next level." Full Article Speech
gene Deputy Attorney General James Cole Appoints Stuart M. Goldberg as Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General and David A. O’Neil as Chief of Staff By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:10:39 EDT Deputy Attorney General James Cole today announced the appointment of Stuart M. Goldberg as the Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General and David A. O’Neil as the Chief of Staff to the Deputy Attorney General. Full Article OPA Press Releases
gene Deputy Assistant Attorney General Bruce Swartz of the Criminal Division Speaks Before the Senate Judiciary Committee By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:15:32 EDT "As the Deputy Assistant Attorney General responsible for international affairs, I am grateful for this opportunity to express the Department of Justice’s strong support for the Consular Notification Compliance Act of 2011." Full Article Testimony
gene 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
gene Assistant Attorney General Ignacia S. Moreno Speaks at the Joint Native American Issues Subcommittee and Attorney General’s Advisory Committee Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:52:46 EDT "Protecting and defending tribal resources and rights, and vigorously enforcing the nation’s environmental and natural resources laws, are crucial parts of the Justice Department’s efforts to achieve healthier communities and a sustainable future for native people." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Joint Native American Issues Subcommittee and Attorney General’s Advisory Committee Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:46:40 EDT "Your efforts – and the partnerships that your office has forged with key leaders, including many of the men and women in this room, have enhanced government-to-government communication, renewed the broad engagement of South Dakota’s diverse tribal communities, and paved the way for deeper understanding and closer collaboration between leaders and law enforcement officials across this state – and far beyond." Full Article Speech
gene Attorney General Holder, Justice Department Officials Hold Listening Conference with Tribal Leaders in Rapid City & Pine Ridge Reservation, South Dakota By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:53:44 EDT Attorney General Eric Holder and other administration officials met this week with tribal leaders and advocates to discuss issues of tribal safety and domestic violence in Rapid City, S.D., and Pine Ridge Reservation, S.D. Full Article OPA Press Releases