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An Ex-Lobbyist and the Virginia Gov’s Brother-in-Law are Among Candidates for U.S. Atty. in Va.
It’s an interesting mix of candidates for the U.S. Atty. post in Virginia. The question is whether President Obama wants to deal with the possible backlash of appointing an ex-lobbyist or the Virginia governor’s brother-in-law. The latter might look just a little too much like political cronyism even if he is well qualified. Va. Gov. Tim…
FBI in Michigan Busts President of Motorcycle Gang Named “Fat Dog” and 17 Other Members
Any organization headed by a guy named “Fat Dog” can’t be up to any good. BY TAMMY STABLES BATTAGLIA DETROIT FREE PRESS Federal agents arrested the head and 17 members of a nationwide motorcycle gang based in Clinton Township, seizing 55 pounds of marijuana, 1000 Vicodin pills, 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine, 15 slot machines, 42…
Commentary: Justice Failed to Deliver Justice in the Sen. Stevens Trial
By Allan Lengel ticklethewire.com WASHINGTON — The case against Sen. Ted Stevens was supposed to be an easy one. Clean. No complications. No need to prove bribery, just that the curmudgeonly Senator, who was known for wheeling and dealing, had lied on financial disclosure forms by failing to report $250,000 in free gifts and renovations to…
Justice Department to Drop Case Against Convicted Ex-Sen. Ted Stevens
If ever there was a federal prosecution begging to be dismissed, this is it. The prosecution time and again screwed up and was admonished by the judge. Then came the big bomb: an FBI agent accused another agent on the case of misconduct. In the end, some questions linger: How could the prosecution have screwed…
FBI Questioning Missouri Lawmakers About Campaign Contributions
There’s trouble brewing in the “Show Me State”. It seems some politicians just can’t keep from profiting from their position of trust and power. This could be a big big scandal. By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press Writer JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The FBI is questioning Missouri lawmakers about allegations that legislative leaders demanded…
Mexican Cartel Member Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Kill DEA and FBI Agents
This is just another side of the boldness of the Mexican cartels. Some how it seems the Mexican cartel problem will continue to spill over into the U.S. until the U.S. give it its all. At this point, the U.S. is showing signs that it recognizes the problem, but still hasn’t put up enough resources…
Mexico Cartels Have Bullet Proof Vests Emblazoned With DEA and FBI
Not surprising, the cartels have access to things they shouldn’t. But this is truly scary. By Dane Schiller Houston Chronicle HOUSTON — Mexico’s Gulf Cartel may have 40 bullet-proof vests emblazoned with “FBI” and “DEA” to trick their drug-trafficking rivals, according to a new law enforcement advisory. Baseball caps and T-shirts with the agencies’ names…
ICE Agents to Target Employers Over Laborers
Here’s an interesting shift in policy and it appears to be a more efficient way to address the problem. We’ll see if it works. By Josh Meyer and Anna Gorman Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON — Stepping into the political minefield of immigration reform, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napaolitano will soon direct federal agents to emphasize…