attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Thomas E. Perez as Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:04:01 EDT “One of my highest priorities as Attorney General has been to ensure that the Civil Rights Division will again continue to advance the interests of justice and equal protection for all Americans. Tom is an exceptional lawyer and both the Department and the nation will benefit from his leadership and legal expertise,” said Attorney General Eric Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General and Education Secretary Call for National Conversation on Values and Student Violence By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 13:05:29 EDT “Youth violence isn’t a Chicago problem, any more than it is a black problem or a white problem. It’s something that affects communities big and small, and people of all races and colors. Today is the beginning of what will be a sustained, national effort on behalf of this entire administration to address youth violence and to make our streets safe for everyone,” Holder said. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at News Conference on Youth and School Violence By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 12:11:45 EDT "We simply cannot stand for an epidemic of violence that robs our youth of their childhood and perpetuates a cycle in which today’s victims become tomorrow’s criminals." Full Article Speech
attorney Deputy Attorney General David W. Ogden at the 78th Interpol General Assembly By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:56:48 EDT "Under the visionary leadership of Secretary General Noble, INTERPOL is already at the forefront of the battle against globalized crime. To highlight just one of the many critical steps he has taken: he has modernized the ‘I-24/7’ network, which is used thousands of times each day and millions of times each year to conduct the cross-border police work necessary to find and arrest wanted persons, and to solve and prevent crimes." Full Article Speech
attorney Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli at the 2009 Office on Violence Against Women National Rural Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:07:55 EDT "Listening to the complex needs of the communities, and recognizing their unique responses, is perhaps the most important thing we can do at the Department." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Announces Formal Medical Marijuana Guidelines By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:39:24 EDT “It will not be a priority to use federal resources to prosecute patients with serious illnesses or their caregivers who are complying with state laws on medical marijuana, but we will not tolerate drug traffickers who hide behind claims of compliance with state law to mask activities that are clearly illegal,” Holder said. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Holder Recognizes Department Employees and Others for Their Service at Annual Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:19:54 EDT Attorney General Holder recognizes 247 department employees and 39 other individuals outside of the department for their distinguished public service today at the 57th Annual Attorney General Awards Ceremony. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the 57th Annual Attorney General Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:48:46 EDT "The recipients we honor here today could all be making a lot more money working somewhere else, and could certainly spend more time with their families doing other jobs. But they have all answered the call to duty, the call to service that binds us together." Full Article Speech
attorney Virginian Accountant, Attorney and Investment Firm Officer Charged with Conspiracy in Tax Shelter Case By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:06:45 EDT Daryl Haynor, an accountant who was a tax partner at an accounting firm in Tysons Corner, Va., and Jon Flask, an attorney who was a partner at a law firm in Vienna, Va., were indicted today for conspiracy to defraud the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and for corruptly endeavoring to obstruct and impede the due administration of the internal revenue laws Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder on Project Coronado By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:20:44 EDT "Yesterday and this morning, more than 3,000 federal, state, and local law enforcement officials have worked throughout the United States to locate and arrest more than 300 individuals. Over the last two days, arrests have been carried out in 19 states, and we continue to make additional arrests as we speak." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the University of Maine's William S. Cohen Lecture Series By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:36:37 EDT "As Americans, we all bear a special responsibility to both uphold and promote the rule of law." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Holder Expands U.S. Attorney Advisory Committee By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:13:06 EDT “This is a critical and exciting time for the Department of Justice and I will rely heavily on these U.S. Attorneys as we work to further the Department’s efforts to reduce violent crime and gang violence, promote civil rights, ensure fairness in the marketplace and above all, preserve our national security,” said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Statement of Attorney General Eric Holder on the Death of Three U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Agents in Afghanistan By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:29:11 EDT While no words can lessen the sorrow being felt today by these families, I hope their loved ones know they have the unending respect and gratitude of this nation. They certainly have mine. Full Article Testimony
attorney Attorney General Holder Speaks at EU/US Justice and Home Affairs Ministerial Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:04:06 EDT "Our common values and our mutual interest in protecting our citizens strengthen our resolve to deepen our cooperation with Europe." Full Article Speech
attorney 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
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at Press Conference Following Tribal Nations Listening Session By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:42:28 EDT "We have two goals for our work in Indian Country. One is to find immediate solutions to bring down the crime rates, including homicide, drugs, and violence against children and women, and to put policies in place to help tribal communities make a difference for themselves. The other is to develop long term answers to the problems facing tribal communities." Full Article Speech
attorney Statement of Attorney General Eric Holder on Assertion of the State Secrets Privilege in Shubert V. Obama By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:01:51 EDT I authorized this significant step following a careful and thorough review process, and I did so only because I believe there is no way for this case to move forward without jeopardizing ongoing intelligence activities that we rely upon to protect the safety of the American people. Full Article Testimony
attorney Michigan Attorney and Client Sentenced for Tax Crimes in Connection with a Fraudulent Insurance Tax Shelter By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 2 Nov 2009 15:51:15 EST John A. Campbell, a resident of Portage, Mich., was sentenced to 60 months in prison today by the Honorable Janet T. Neff of the U.S. District Court in the Western District of Michigan for conspiring to defraud the United States. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Justice Department Sues Colorado Attorney for Disability Discrimination By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 17:02:14 EST The United States has filed a lawsuit against Patric LeHouillier, an attorney based in Colorado Springs, Colo., alleging that he violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by denying a woman with a service animal access to his offices. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Ignacia S. Moreno as Assistant Attorney General for the Environment and Natural Resources Division By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:38:12 EST “I am pleased to welcome Ignacia back to the Department and the Environment and Natural Resources Division,” said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Statement of Attorney General Eric Holder on the Death of Dr. Eduardo Caraveo By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 19:37:12 EST "My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the family of Dr. Eduardo Caraveo, a Bureau of Prisons psychologist who was killed Thursday at Ft. Hood, as well as to all those who are grieving the loss of loved ones in this tragic event. No words can ease the pain they are feeling today." Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Opening Plenary of the VI Ministerial Global Forum on Fighting Corruption and Safeguarding Integrity By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 09:04:36 EST "We come here for two reasons: To celebrate what has been accomplished since Global Forum One; and – more important -- to recommit ourselves to the task that remains -- the task of fighting corruption wherever it manifests itself. We have made progress in this fight -- but we must do more." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Welcomes Laurie Robinson as Assistant Attorney General in Office of Justice Programs By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:57:26 EST Laurie O. Robinson was sworn in today as Assistant Attorney General in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs (OJP). Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Announces Forum Decisions for Guantanamo Detainees By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:15:01 EST "Today we announce a step forward in bringing those we believe were responsible for the 9/11 attacks and the attack on the USS Cole to justice." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Installation of Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:39:27 EST "When I returned to the Department earlier this year, I pledged that the work of the Civil Rights Division would be one of my highest priorities. That was true in February. It is true today." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the ENRD Centennial Celebration By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:04:04 EST "Today, the Division is bringing its expertise to help our nation meet new challenges, such as addressing the carbon pollution that threatens our climate." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Brennan Center for Justice Legacy Awards Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:03:21 EST "Let us ensure that we further Justice Brennan’s legacy by maintaining the most basic constitutional protection—the right to have truly effective defense counsel." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:20:39 EST "We will be relentless in our investigation of corporate and financial wrongdoing, and will not hesitate to bring charges, where appropriate, for criminal misconduct on the part of businesses and business executives." Full Article Speech
attorney 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
attorney Virginia Investment Firm Officer Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy with Attorney and KPMG Tax Partner in Tax Shelter Case By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 14:53:40 EST Michael Parker of Baltimore, who was the chief operating officer of TransCapital Corporation, a tax-advantaged investments company based in Northen Virginia, pleaded guilty today to one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Holder, Secretary Duncan Meet with Youth Leaders, Parents on Teen Dating Violence By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 Dec 2009 10:32:10 EST “We must engage the broadest spectrum of community partners in order to stem youth violence, and a cornerstone of that partnership is young people themselves,” said Attorney General Holder. “The Department of Justice is committed to working with young people to develop innovative solutions to help prevent teen dating abuse.” Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Deputy Attorney General David Ogden to Leave Department of Justice By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 Dec 2009 10:19:34 EST “It has been a singular privilege to work alongside the Department’s dedicated career professionals, whose commitment to the national interest and the cause of justice is an inspiration to me," said Deputy Attorney General Ogden. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Holder, Secretary Salazar Announce Settlement of Cobell Lawsuit on Indian Trust Management By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 10:42:37 EST “Over the past thirteen years, the parties have tried to settle this case many, many times, each time unsuccessfully,” said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Holder at the Announcement of Cobell V. Salazar Settlement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 11:14:20 EST "Thank you Secretary Salazar. Today marks another significant step forward in the government’s work to fulfill our trust obligation for hundreds of thousands of individual Native Americans. Cobell v. Salazar is one of the largest class actions ever brought against the U.S. government." Full Article Speech
attorney Associate Attorney General Perrelli at the Announcement of Cobell V. Salazar Settlement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:39:45 EST "Thank you to the Attorney General, and thank you to Secretary Salazar and Deputy Secretary Hayes for the extraordinary commitment of their Department of the Interior to bring this case to a resolution." Full Article Speech
attorney Statement by Attorney General Eric Holder and Education Secretary Arne Duncan on Joint Study on School Crime and Safety By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:40:59 EST “Eradicating youth violence is a priority of this administration and a priority of both these agencies," said Attorney General Holder and Education Secretary Duncan. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Statement of Associate Attorney General Thomas J. Perrelli Before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee of Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security Entitled "H.r. 1924, the Tribal Law and Order Act of 2009" By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:55:59 EST "The challenges facing law enforcement in tribal communities are enormous. The basic level of police protection that most Americans take for granted simply does not exist in many parts of Indian Country. We have a duty to change that." Full Article Testimony
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Installation Ceremony for Assistant Attorneys General Laurie Robinson and Ronald Weich By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:54:31 EST "Laurie and Ron are not only valued colleagues, they are leaders in the Department and throughout this Administration," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Fatherhood Town Hall By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:31:35 EST "I’m honored to be joined here this evening by fellow dads and leaders focused on fatherhood," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, Christine Varney, Issues Statement on European Commission Microsoft Settlement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:01:50 EST “The Antitrust Division commends the efforts of the European Commission and Microsoft Corporation, which have announced that they have reached a comprehensive settlement resolving their disputes under European competition law." Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at a Press Conference Announcing the Credit Suisse Resolution By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:15:10 EST "The U.S. financial system is built on trust and transparency. Our banks must know what payments they are processing and for whom. Credit Suisse’s decades-long scheme to flout the rules that govern our financial institutions robbed our system of the legitimacy that is fundamental to it success." Full Article Speech
attorney Attorney General Appoints Gary Grindler Acting Deputy Attorney General By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:57:20 EST “Gary is a great asset to the Department, and I am pleased he has agreed to take on this responsibility,” Attorney General Eric Holder said. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Ohio Attorney Charged with Tax Fraud, Obstruction of Justice for Scheme to Hide Income and Assets Through Trusts and in Foreign Bank Account By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:04:05 EST Aristotle R. Matsa, an attorney in Columbus, Ohio, was charged with tax offenses, obstruction of justice and additional charges in a 20-count indictment unsealed today. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 8 Jan 2010 13:25:58 EST "We cannot ignore the fact that protecting our economy is an essential component of our larger security goals," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
attorney Associate Attorney General Perrelli Hosts Town Hall Commemorating National Stalking Awareness Month By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:16:44 EST “This year cannot just be an anniversary – it must be a call to action. The Department is marking this year with our renewed dedication and a recommitment to ending violence against women.” Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Announces Significant Reforms to Improve Public Safety in Indian Country By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:19:56 EST The new directive is part of a larger Justice Department initiative to create better communication and coordination to fight crime and promote justice in Indian Country. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli Speaks at Stalking Awareness Town Hall By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:23:39 EST "We want to use this year not merely to commemorate an anniversary, but to recommit ourselves to ending violence against women. Our government and this Department have a responsibility to speak out and act on issues of violence against women." Full Article Speech
attorney Deputy Attorney General David W. Ogden Announces Francey Hakes as National Coordinator for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 13 Jan 2010 10:32:59 EST The national coordinator is charged with formulating and implementing a national strategy to combat child exploitation, and with submitting the strategy and relevant reports to Congress. Full Article OPA Press Releases
attorney Attorney General Eric Holder Testifies Before the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:52:10 EST "We must be vigilant in our efforts to safeguard and strengthen the American economy. Our efforts to fight economic crime are a vital component of our broader strategy - a strategy that seeks to foster confidence in our financial system, integrity in our markets, and prosperity for the American people." Full Article Testimony
attorney Statement by Attorney General Eric Holder on Martin Luther King Day By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:52:15 EST “Each year, Martin Luther King Day provides an opportunity for all Americans to rededicate ourselves to Dr. King’s dream of racial, social, and economic justice," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article OPA Press Releases