When it comes to appointments of judges and U.S. Attorneys, not all that much may change simply because Sen. Arlen Specter has changed parties. He often exercised independence and is likely to continue on that path. David Ingram Legal Times WASHINGTON — Sen. Arlen Specter’s switch to the Democratic Party brings his new colleagues a…
By Allan Lengel ticklethewire.com U.S. Attorney Deborah Rhodes of Alabama’s Southern District in Mobile becomes the latest U.S. Attorney to step down. The Press-Register in Alabama reported that the prosecutor will step down April 17. Rhodes assumed the position initially on an interim basis in 2005 after U.S. Attorney David York resigned “amid allegations of…
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…
President Obama rode into town on an anti-lobby crusade. Will he now appoint a lobbyist for the U.S. Attorney job in Virginia and risk creating controversy? Then again, the guy is currently employed by the Justice Department. So how big of a risk is it? By Jerry Markon and Meg Smith Washington Post Staff Writers…
Now when you talk about the Justice Department, here’s a little justice. Daniel Bogden was one of the 9 U.S. Attorneys fired during the Bush regime. Now Sen. Reid wants to right a wrong and have him return. It’s a nice gesture to help patch up an ugly chapter in the Justice Department. By Lisa…
Some U.S. Attorneys haven’t waited to get the boot. Some hope to stay. And some figure they’ll get the boot and are passing around resumes. By MARTHA BELLISLE Reno Gazette-Journal RENO, Nevada — As the Obama administration takes over, Nevada’s U.S. attorney is looking for a new job, though he has not been asked to…
He came into the job when the Justice Department was embroiled in controversy. But he managed to navigate in the job with skill. By Mark Morris Kansas City Star KANSAS CITY — John F. Wood loves visual aids. If he left one lasting impression during his 22-month tenure as U.S. attorney in Kansas City, it…
When it comes to getting the nod for U.S. Attorney, it helps to know a governor. Jenny Durkan has figured that one out. By Mike Carter and Jennifer Sullivan Seattle Times SEATTLE — Jenny Durkan, a prominent Seattle defense attorney and longtime friend and confidante of Gov. Chris Gregoire, has been recommended to the White…
