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Justice Department webinar aids in designing accessible public schools
An important area for school safety planning that is often overlooked is school accessibility for students with disabilities. Accessibility barriers in public schools remain pervasive even decades after the passage of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which bars disability discrimination by recipients of federal financial assistance, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). Some of these barriers pose significant problems for ensuring school safety for students with disabilities. For example, students who use wheelchairs or mobility scooters must... -
Justice Department supports voter registration efforts on National Voter Registration Day
When signing the Voting Rights Act in 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson called on leaders to register voters and to use the courts if necessary to defend the right. -
Attorney General Garland marks 30th anniversary of COPS Office with new funding announcements
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland delivered remarks on September 17, 2024, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office). He began by acknowledging an ongoing FBI investigation into an apparent assassination attempt against a former official in Florida, emphasizing the Justice Department's commitment to thoroughly investigating the matter. -
Justice Department withdraws from 1995 Bank Merger Guidelines
The Justice Department announced today its withdrawal from the 1995 Bank Merger Guidelines, emphasizing that the 2023 Merger Guidelines remain its sole and authoritative statement across all industries. -
Deputy Attorney General celebrates 30th anniversary of COPS Office
On September 17, 2024, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco delivered remarks on the 30th anniversary of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) in the Great Hall. In her speech, Monaco highlighted the significant contributions and achievements of the COPS Office since its inception in 1994. -
Suspect charged with firearms offenses at Trump International Golf Course
Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, of Hawaii, has been charged by a criminal complaint in the Southern District of Florida with firearms charges related to an incident at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach on September 15. -
South Dakota Surgical Hospital settles over $12M false claims act case
Siouxland Surgery Center LLP, doing business as Dunes Surgical Hospital (Dunes), United Surgical Partners International Inc. (USPI), and USP Siouxland Inc. have agreed to pay approximately $12.76 million to resolve alleged False Claims Act violations relating to improper financial relationships between Dunes and two physician groups. Dunes is a surgical hospital located in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. Since July 1, 2014, USPI has maintained partial ownership of Dunes through USP Siouxland, a wholly owned subsidiary of USPI. Dunes and USPI disclosed the arrangements at issue to... -
Six former cult members convicted on forced labor charges involving minors
Following a 26-day trial, a jury in Kansas convicted Kaaba Majeed, 50, Yunus Rassoul, 39, James Staton, 62, Randolph Rodney Hadley, 49, Daniel Aubrey Jenkins, 43, and Dana Peach, 60, of conspiracy to commit forced labor. The jury additionally convicted Kaaba Majeed of five counts of forced labor. Two other co-defendants, Etenia Kinard, 48, and Jacelyn Greenwell, 45, previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit forced labor. -
United States reaches agreement with COBB Tuning Products for Clean Air Act violations
The Justice Department and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a settlement agreement with COBB Tuning Products to resolve claims related to the manufacture and sale of automotive emission defeat devices in violation of the Clean Air Act. The settlement requires COBB to pay a civil penalty of just over $2.9 million, based on the company’s limited ability to pay, and to cease the manufacture and sale of defeat devices. -
Two men sentenced for destroying wetlands including Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
On Friday, Sept. 13, two Puerto Rican men were sentenced for their destruction, removal, and filling of protected wetlands in Puerto Rico in violation of the Clean Water Act. -
Former prison officer pleads guilty to sexual abuse charges involving inmates
A former Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) correctional officer pleaded guilty today to three counts of sexual abuse of a ward. -
Kristen Clarke addresses juvenile justice system issues at legislative conference
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke delivered remarks at the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference on September 13, 2024. In her address, Clarke emphasized the Justice Department's commitment to addressing critical issues affecting Black men and boys in the United States. -
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco marks 30th anniversary of Violence Against Women Act
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco delivered remarks on September 13, 2024, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The event highlighted the critical work done by leaders, advocates, and survivors in addressing gender-based violence. -
Justice official reflects on three decades since Violence Against Women Act
On September 13, 2024, Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer delivered remarks on the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Addressing both in-person and online attendees, Mizer highlighted the significance of this milestone and reflected on the collective efforts to support survivors of gender-based violence. -
United States files suit against Florida corporation for alleged transshipment of Chinese aluminum wire
The United States has initiated a civil lawsuit against Repwire LLC, a Florida-based corporation involved in importing wire and cables. The lawsuit alleges that Repwire made false statements to customs officials regarding the importation of aluminum wire into the country. Named as defendants in the suit are Repwire’s manager, Jose Pigna, and its insurer, American Alternative Insurance Corporation. -
Sinaloa cartel co-founder "El Mayo" Zambada faces international drug charges in Brooklyn
Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada Garcia, 76, a citizen of Mexico, was arraigned this morning in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, on 17 counts related to drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and money laundering. This fifth superseding indictment relates to El Mayo’s decades-long leadership of the Sinaloa Cartel, one of the most violent and powerful drug trafficking organizations in the world and conspiracy to manufacture and distribute fentanyl. El Mayo was previously charged with running a continuing criminal enterprise, as well as murder conspiracy, money laundering conspiracy,... -
Rosie Hidalgo delivers remarks on 30th anniversary of Violence Against Women Act
Director Rosie Hidalgo delivered remarks on the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) at the Great Hall of the Justice Department. The event, attended by participants both in person and online, marked a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to prevent and end domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and other forms of gender-based violence. -
Walgreens agrees to pay $106 million over allegations involving unfulfilled prescriptions
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. and Walgreen Co. (collectively, Walgreens) have agreed to pay $106.8 million to resolve alleged violations of the False Claims Act and state statutes for billing government health care programs for prescriptions never dispensed. Walgreens, headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, operates one of the largest retail pharmacy chains in the country. -
California man convicted for paying $2.9M in kickbacks for addiction treatment referrals
A federal jury convicted a California man this week for paying illegal kickbacks for patient referrals to his addiction treatment facilities located in Orange County, California. -
Dominican national pleads guilty in human smuggling case resulting in 11 deaths
A Dominican national pleaded guilty today to his role in a human smuggling venture that resulted in the deaths of multiple migrants.