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B. Todd Jones Gets Second Chance to be Minnesota U.S. Atty

allan16 years ago02 mins

President Obama is bringing back Todd Jones, a former U.S. Attorney and veteran of the first Gulf War, who served under Clinton. Considering that he was confirmed once before, he’s not likely to have many problems during the confirmation process. By KEVIN DUCHSCHERE Minneapolis Star Tribune MINNEAPOLIS — B. Todd Jones, who was U.S. attorney…

Al-Qaeda Supporter Pleads Guilty After 5 Years of Legal Wrangling

allan16 years ago12 years ago03 mins

It took five years of hard work by Justice Dept. attorneys, but it has paid off with a guilty plea from an al-Qaeda collaborator. Sentencing is set for July 9th, where he could get over 12 years for working with terrorists. By Elizabeth Stawicki Minnesota Public Radio ST. PAUL, Minn. — A former Minneapolis man…