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Bureau of Prisons Blocks 60 Minutes Interview With Mobster John Gotti Jr.
CBS’s 60 Minutes knows Mobsters make good tv whether they’re real people or fictional characters like Tony Soprano. In this case, it was worth a shot. By Gangland News John Gotti died in prison seven years ago yesterday. His son Junior, who has been behind bars for 10 months now, no longer has any clout…
Ex-Fed Prosecutor Paul Fishman Returning to the Fold in New Jersey as U.S. Attorney
Paul Fishman, an ex-federal prosecutors has unquestionably been a formidable opponent for the government as a defense attorney. Now the government is bring him back on its side. Couldn’t hurt. By Joe Ryan Newark Star-Ledger NEWARK — In 2001, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Newark held a press conference trumpeting the arrests of three Chinese…
Justice Dept. Honing in On Crime Issues Involving Native Americans
The Justice Department is stepping up to address problems of a forgotten segment of America. This is something long overdue. By Carrie Johnson Washington Post Staff Writer WASHINGTON — Justice Department leaders, responding to pleas from lawmakers and community groups, are training their attention on efforts to reduce crime and substance abuse on land controlled…
FBI Probing Foreclosure Scam That Involves Bogus Rental Units
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Some Legal Observers Say Ex-Rep. William Jefferson Trial No Sure Thing
Some legal observers are starting to raise questions about the Rep. William Jefferson case. Some say there’s no guarantee of victory for the prosecution. Jefferson has some top notch defense attorneys. Even so, with the former Congressman facing 16 counts, there’s a good chance, even if the jury is conflicted, it might strike up a…
Weekend History Series: J. Edgar Hoover Testifies About Communism
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U.S. and Italian Authorities Bust Hackers Who Stole To Fund Terrorism
Hacking isn’t just for kids or just for kicks. It can be dangerous and for deadly purposes. By SIOBHAN GORMAN and EVAN PEREZ The Wall Street Journal U.S. and Italian authorities said Friday they arrested a group of hackers and conspirators who allegedly stole from phone companies around the world. The illegal profits funded terrorist…
Fed Judge Sentences Ex-Chicago Cop to 3 Years-Plus For Beating Man in Wheelchair
There’s just no defending a beating when it involves a man in a wheelchair– particularly when it’s caught on video. U.S. Atty. Patrick Fitzgerald said he took no pleasure in the prosecution, but said the crime had to be addressed. By NATASHA KORECKI AND TESS FARDON Chicago Sun-Times CHICAGO — After his client was hit…