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Report Says Fed Govt Cybersecurity Falling Behind
It’s been no secret that the federal government is behind in updating it’s cybersecurity. What kind of disaster is it going to take before the government puts it in fifth gear and catches up? By Joe Davidson Washington Post Federal Diary Columnist WASHINGTON — Sometimes Uncle Sam acts even older than he looks. When it…
And the Answer is: Ex-Rep William Jefferson Won’t Testify at His Trial
After all the speculation and suspense, in the end, the defense played it safe and decided not to let Jefferson take the stand on his own behalf. With 16 counts, the odds are stacked against the Congressman. So it may be hard to tell whether it was the right move. By Bruce Alpert New Orleans…
Fewer Immigrants Illegally Crossing Mexico-U.S. Border
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Atty. Gen. Eric Holder Advocates Elimination of Crack-Powder Cocaine Sentencing in Speech to Black Prosecutors
The sentencing disparity between crack and powdered cocaine has long been a controversial one. Many critics say the law is unfair and targets the black community. But some federal agents and prosecutors argue that crack is far more likely to be associated with violence, and consequently should carry tougher penalties. By Lawrence Buser Memphis Commercial…
DEA and LAPD Raid Office of Michael Jackson’s Doctor
You have to wonder if authorities would try nearly as hard to get to the bottom of a death involving an Average Joe. On the other hand, this probe may once again highlight the dangers of prescription drugs. By JUAN A. LOZANO and THOMAS WATKINS The Associated Press HOUSTON — A lawyer for Michael Jackson’s…
N.J. Gov. Corzine Attacks His Opponent — Ex-U.S. Atty. Christie in Campaign Ad
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Fed Judge Questions Why FBI Interview With Cheney Shouldn’t Be Released
We could use some more info to figure out exactly what happened in the Valerie Plame case. The Justice Department wants to keep some things under wraps. In this case, the right thing to do is to be transparent. By Ben Conery Washington Times WASHINGTON — A federal judge questioned Tuesday whether the Justice Department’s…
Report Says Immigration Agents in Long Island and N.J. Forced Way into Homes Without Warrants
This program was supposed to focus on illegal immigrants who posed a threat to national security. That wasn’t the case. Law enforcement abused the program. BY SUMATHI REDDY Newsday Immigration agents in Long Island and New Jersey forced their way into private residences without judicial warrants, arrested hundreds without any legal basis and committed widespread…