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Complaints Paint Disquieting Portrait of Border Patrol Misconduct
Drivers routinely complain about misconduct at Border Patrol checkpoints near the Mexican border, according to newly released information, the New York Times reports. Among the complaints are verbal abuse, racial profiling and improper use of guns. The American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona has accumulated 6,000 pages of complaints, statistics and other records related to…
Florida Police Officers Claims He Was Disciplined for Speaking to FBI
A Boynton Beach police officer who was placed on administrative leave after speaking to FBI agents is suing the Florida city.
Retired FBI Official Michael Mason Remembers Fondly Agent Robin Ahren
Michael Mason is a retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI. Thirty years ago this month, Robin Ahrens became the first female FBI agent killed in the line of duty. By Michael Mason For ticklethewire.com It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years since Robin Ahrens was killed in the line of duty. I met Robin…
Justice Department Creates New Position to Focus on Threats of Homegrown Extremism
The rising threat of homegrown extremism has prompted the Justice Department to create a new position to coordinate investigations.
FBI Distributing 40-Minute Film to Prepare Law Enforcement for School Shooting Response
The FBI is distributing a 40-minute film to teach emergency responders how to respond to school shootings.
FBI, Justice Department Trying to Determine Role Goldman Sachs Played in Corruption Case
At this point, the inquiry does not suggest criminal wrongdoing by Goldman Sachs.
FBI Helps Rescue 149 Sexually Exploited Children in Nationwide Sting That Nabbed 150 Pimps
Operation Cross Country also nabbed 150 pimps and others involved in the sex trade.
FBI Fails to Vet Arrest Records for Frequently Used Database on Crimes
The FBI is no longer vetting arrest records from states in an apparent violation of federal regulations that require the bureau to exclude from its database “nonserious” arrests and convictions.