In Washington there are plenty agents and prosecutors who have good things to say about Eric Holder. But some Congressional members might rough him up a little during the confirmation hearings over his role in the pardon of Marc Rich during the Clinton regime. By JAVIER C. HERNANDEZ New York Times Nine-year-old Eric Holder sat…
In an area known for its large Arab population, any rules giving the FBI more power has always raised concerns. Here’s the latest. By Niraj Wariko Detroit Free Press DETROIT — Beginning Monday, the FBI will get increased power to investigate suspected terrorists under revised administrative guidelines that some Muslim Americans and civil rights advocates…
As the drug wars in Mexico escalate, Americans in the Houston area are profiting from the insatiable appetite for guns. By Dane Schiller Houston Chronicle HOUSTON — Drug cartel gangsters waging a criminal insurgency against Mexican society and government are making the Houston area their marketplace of choice, as they spend millions of dollars statewide…
For the second time in a row, Rep. William Jefferson heads into the general election with public corruption allegations hanging over his head. Luckily for him, there’s no trial date in sight and he seems to have a loyal voter base. There’s a good possibility he could emerge victorious again. Before long, we’ll know for…
Robbing banks can be deadly business. An FBI agent was killed during one of those robberies last year in New Jersey — unfortunately by a fellow agent. The trial begins Monday. By David Porter Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. – Three men authorities say formed a bank robbery ring in central New Jersey _ including one…
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Every breach of airport security gives this country a collective chill. Here’s the latest. By Laurel J. Sweet Boston Herald BOSTON — A part-time harbormaster accused of impersonating a federal agent and pulling off a terrifying breach of post-9/11 security at Logan International Airport was “an isolated incident,” according to the Transportation Security Administration. The…
By Rober Liscouski Security DeBrief Governor Napolitano: Congratulations on your nomination as the Secretary of Homeland Security. You have signed up for one of the most difficult and most scrutinized jobs in America. The department you are about to lead is responsible for maintaining freedom and liberty while protecting the nation from unthinkable man-made or…
