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After Many Many Delays, Trial to Begin for Ex-Louisiana Rep. William Jefferson
Early on in this whole thing, Congressman William Jefferson had an opportunity to plead guilty and get about six years. Before things got too far along, he decided to pass and fight this. Well, here’s his opportunity.The ex-Congressman’s public persona has always been that of a gentleman. But when the jury hears some of the…
The Cuban Spies Among Us
It’s always mind boggling when someone gets aways with spying for decades. It makes you wonder: Were they really that good or did some people simply miss some hints that something might have been amiss? By Mary Beth Sheridan and Del Quentin Wilber Washington Post Staff Writers WASHINGTON — He was a courtly State Department…
U.S. Atty. Patrick Fitzgerald on the Attack About a Book that “Defames Me”
Talk to prosecutors around the country and you’ll often hear them say Chicago’s U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald is top notch, the gold standard. But Fitzpatrick is obviously worried about protecting that reputation and is going after a book he feels casts him in false light. It’s an interesting story. By Michael Isikoff NEWSWEEK Patrick Fitzgerald…
Justice Dept. Quietly Transfers Two Integrity Section Prosecutors Tied to Tainted Case Involving Alaska Lawmakers
The Justice Department should be applauded for such action. No action would send a signal that this isn’t a big deal — and it is. By Carrie Johnson Washington Post Staff Writer WASHINGTON — Justice Department leaders quietly transferred two career prosecutors under fire for their work in Alaska corruption cases out of the department’s…
The Weekend Dose of Humor: A New Twist on the FBI’s Most Wanted
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Obama Admin. Unveils New Anti-Narcotics Plan for U.S.-Mexico Border
This plan is long overdue. The problem along the Mexican border is out of control. The question is: How long will it take to upgrade and get this all in motion? Unfortunately, there have been times in the past where it has taken way too long to implement big ideas. By Spencer S. Hsu Washington…
Nationwide Manhunt on for Man Who Threatened to Kill Pres. Obama
Most people discuss things like interest rates or certificates of deposits with bank employees. Daniel James Murray was different. He told employees at a Utah bank “We’re on a mission to kill the President of the United States”, according to a criminal complaint filed Thursday. It doesn’t matter if he was serious or not. Authorities…
Justice Department Launches Probe into Death of Abortion Doctor
By Allan Lengel ticklethewire.com WASHINGTON — The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Atty. in Kansas have launched a federal proble into the murder of abortion doctor George Tiller, who was killed in church last Sunday. “The Department of Justice will work tirelessly to determine the full involvement of any and all actors…