Justice Department
Introduction
The United States Department of Justice is the main law enforcement vehicle for the U.S. government. Justice represents the United States in all legal matters, including those put before the Supreme Court. The department was formed in 1870.
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Senator demands answers on firing of AmeriCorps IG (11/10/09) - - GovExec. com
November 10, 2009
Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, threatens to place holds on nominees if administration does not respond to questions about Gerald Walpin.
Grassley demands answers on firing of AmeriCorps IG (11/10/09) - - GovExec. com
November 10, 2009
Senator says Obama will face the consequences if Walpin questions are not resolved.
Condolences to the Partnership for Public Service - Fedblog
November 09, 2009 | Alyssa Rosenberg
The Partnership for Public Service announced last night that Samuel Heyman, the philanthropist who founded the non-profit good government group, had died unexpectedly over the weekend. Obviously, Heyman's death is a huge loss for the organization. But his life also includes a template for...
Democrats risk impasse over PATRIOT Act (11/9/09) - - GovExec. com
November 09, 2009 | Chris Strohm
Lawmakers might have to pass a temporary extension if the House and Senate can't agree on renewing key provisions of the law that are set to expire on Dec. 31.
Dems risk impasse over PATRIOT Act (11/9/09) - - GovExec. com
November 09, 2009 | Chris Strohm
Provisions of the plan and a related intelligence law are set to expire Dec. 31.
Articles from Nextgov
Stimulus ties spending on broadband to civic participation
November 10, 2009
Law requires a plan for providing high-speed Internet access to all Americans as part of Obama's push to increase public involvement in government.
Banning file- sharing software won't keep data safe from hackers
November 02, 2009
As House leaders reassess guidelines that led to the disclosure of an internal ethics report, security experts say audits and tests also are needed to protect information.
Leahy plans hearing to look at cybersecurity cooperation
October 29, 2009
Senate Judiciary Chairman Patrick Leahy will soon hold a hearing to examine how federal agencies are working together to prepare for and combat high-tech attacks, a senior committee aide said Wednesday. Leahy's chief privacy counsel, ...
Schumer calls for review of voting machine sale
September 21, 2009
The merger of the nation's two largest suppliers of electronic voting machines has election officials, good government groups and a U.S. senator asking the Justice Department to take a hard look at the rapidly contracting voting ...
Analysis: Still struggling to protect remote data
August 28, 2009
Three years after encryption mandate, transmitting information from the field continues to be risky.
Quotes
"When I was at ICE one of the biggest issues we had was working with the Department of Justice to get them to take cases that we thought were priorities. I valued very much my relationships with Justice, and I thought they were critical to getting some very important cases done. I think [Morton] will be able to work well with the senior leadership there and explain why it's important that the significant immigration and customs cases are worked."
— Julie Myers Wood on February 23, 2009
Tweets
ABC5 News Iowa US to drop shooting case against Blackwater guard: The Justice Department intends to drop manslaught... http://bit.ly/4Ucgjk
by ABC5News, November 21, 2009
Holder tells Senate committee Justice Department supports more 'gun control http://tw0.us/51Q
by owendbanks, November 21, 2009
Child molestatin. 33% girls !4% boys are molested before age 18 according to the Justice department.
by ladydew12345, November 21, 2009
Your Move Mr. Holder: ACORN Received $200,000 From Justice Department http://is.gd/4ZToW
by ABCClothing, November 21, 2009
US to drop shooting charges against Blackwater security guard: The Justice Department intends to drop manslaughter ... http://bit.ly/5A43qQ
by NYDNnews, November 21, 2009
@exposeliberals ACORN gets $200,000 in Justice Department funds! http://is.gd/4ZWI8 #tcot #tlot #sgp #orca #hhrs
by Freedom_Baby_, November 21, 2009
RT @exposeliberals: ACORN gets $200,000 in Justice Department funds! http://is.gd/4ZWI8 #tcot #tlot #sgp #orca #hhrs
by nogirlemen, November 21, 2009
Web News
Nixing of Panthers complaint starts probe
November 20, 2009 | The Washington Times stories: Latest Headlines
Holder: Gitmo 9/11 suspects face trial in N. Y.
November 13, 2009 | The Washington Times stories: Latest Headlines
FBI pushes back completion date for Sentinel file system
November 10, 2009 | Federal Computer Week: News and Analysis
Justice seeks more small business participation in ITSS follow- on
November 09, 2009 | WFED / Home Page / Today's News
Oil executive gets prison for bribery
October 29, 2009 | The Washington Times stories: Latest Headlines
F. B. I. Is Slow to Translate Intelligence, Report Says
October 26, 2009 | NYT > Politics
States Pressed Into New Role on Medical Marijuana
October 26, 2009 | NYT > Politics
Head of Justice Dept. public integrity unit leaving
October 21, 2009 | Federal Eye
Justice Department Names Liaison to Gay and Lesbian Community
August 18, 2009 | Federal Eye
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Justice Department Videos
WATCH Man Tasered by EGR police dies
November 17, 2009 | WOOD NBC 8 Grand Rapids
WATCH Tilson Discusses Ex-Bear Stearns Fund Managers Acquittal: Video
November 10, 2009 | Bloomberg
WATCH Ex-Bear Fund Managers Cioffi, Tannin Not Guilty of Fraud: Video
November 10, 2009 | Bloomberg
WATCH Gartman Discusses Acquittal of Ex-Bear Fund Managers: Video
November 10, 2009 | Bloomberg
WATCH Hedge Fund Managers, Traders Charged in Galleon Probe: Video
November 06, 2009 | Bloomberg