Senate Confirms Kristen Clarke As First Black Woman to Lead DOJ’s Civil Rights Division
Kristen Clarke on Tuesday became the first Black woman to lead the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, overcoming strong opposition from Republicans.
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Malcolm X’s Family Uncovers Letter Alleging FBI, NYPD Conspired in His Assassination
The family of Malcolm X have made public a letter they say shows the New York Police Department and FBI conspired to assassinate the civil rights leader in 1965.
New Documentary MLK/FBI Explores Surveillance of Civil Rights Icon
A new documentary explores the FBI’s relentless surveillance and harassment of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.
Justice Department Opens Investigation into Police Shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into the police shooting of a Black man in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Sunday.
Wayne G. Davis, One of the FBI’s First Black Agents, Dies at Age 81
Wayne G. Davis, a 25-year veteran of the FBI who served as special agent in charge of the Detroit, Indianapolis and Philadelphia offices, died Thursday.
Federal Officers in Unmarked Vans Are Seizing Protesters in Portland without Explanation
Federal officers in camouflage and unmarked minivans are detaining protesters in Portland without the approval of local and state officials.
DOJ Creates Online Tool to Make It Easier to Report Civil Rights Violations
The Justice Department has created a new online tool for the public to report a civil rights violation.
FBI Director Wray Visited Minneapolis Field Office That Is Investigating Death of George Floyd
FBI Director Christopher Wray stopped by the bureau’s Minneapolis Field Office Tuesday morning to meet with employees and get updates on the investigation into the death of George Floyd.