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Man Sentenced for Sending Bomb Threat to Arizona State Election Official

By Legal Newsline |
A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison for sending a bomb threat to an election official in the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland stated, “Those using illegal threats of violence to intimidate election workers should know that the Justice Department will find you and hold you accountable under the law.” James W. Clark, 40, of Falmouth, sent a message to the election official warning of an explosive device, prompting law enforcement to conduct searches and evacuations.Principal Deputy Assistant...

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Justice Department Fiscal Year 2025 Funding Request Aims to Keep America Safe and Uphold Civil Rights

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland emphasized the importance of the Justice Department's mission, stating, “The dedicated men and women of the Justice Department work every day to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights.”The budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025 includes significant investments to enhance law enforcement capabilities and combat various threats. This includes over $20.6 billion to expand the capacity of the Department’s law enforcement and U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, with specific allocations for agencies such as the FBI, DEA,...

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Former President of Honduras Convicted of Cocaine Trafficking and Firearms Offenses in US Federal Court

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Juan Orlando Hernández, the former President of Honduras, has been convicted in a Manhattan federal court of conspiring to import cocaine into the United States and related firearms offenses. The conviction comes after a federal jury found Hernández guilty on all three counts in the indictment.Attorney General Merrick B. Garland expressed, “Juan Orlando Hernández abused his position as President of Honduras to operate the country as a narco-state where violent drug traffickers were allowed to operate with virtual impunity, and the people of Honduras and the United States...

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Addresses Anti-Defamation League Summit

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland delivered remarks at the Anti-Defamation League's Never is Now Summit. During his speech, Garland emphasized the importance of combating hate and discrimination in all its forms. He stated, "We must continue to stand together against hate and intolerance."Garland also highlighted the significance of unity in the fight against bigotry, saying, "Our strength lies in our diversity and our unity." He underscored the need for collective action to address and eradicate hate in society.The Attorney General commended the Anti-Defamation...

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Holds Fireside Chat at the American Bar Association’s 39th Annual White Collar Institute

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently participated in a fireside chat at the American Bar Association's 39th Annual White Collar Institute event. During the discussion, Garland shared insights and perspectives on various legal matters.One of the key topics addressed by Attorney General Garland was the importance of upholding the rule of law. He emphasized, "The rule of law is the foundation of our democracy, and it is essential that we protect and defend it at all times."Garland also highlighted the significance of integrity within the legal profession, stating,...

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Bernstein Litowitz hopes next big payday is $5.6 billion in Tesla stock

By John O'Brien |
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - One of the richest class action law firms in America wants to line its pockets with billions of dollars of Tesla stock as a reward for challenging Elon Musk's paycheck.

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Justice and Interior Departments Outline Commitment, Next Steps in Effort to Address Missing or Murdered Indigenous Peoples and Human Trafficking Crisis

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The Departments of Justice and the Interior have released their joint response to the Not Invisible Act Commission’s recommendations on combating the missing or murdered Indigenous peoples (MMIP) and human trafficking crisis. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland emphasized, “These recommendations are an important and necessary step toward healing the trauma, pain, and loss that Tribal communities have endured for generations.” Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland added, “Addressing violent crimes against Indigenous peoples has long been underfunded and ignored, as a cause...

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Justice Department Statements on JetBlue Terminating Acquisition of Spirit Airlines

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JetBlue Airways Corporation (JetBlue) has decided to abandon its $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines Inc. (Spirit), following a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts that deemed the transaction in violation of antitrust laws. In response to JetBlue's decision, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland stated, "Today’s decision by JetBlue is yet another victory for the Justice Department’s work on behalf of American consumers." He emphasized the importance of protecting markets from anticompetitive harm.Assistant Attorney General Jonathan...

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Favorable recommendation for Dechert as it fights hacking lawsuit

By John O'Brien |
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - The global law firm Dechert LLP should defeat a lawsuit that accused it of illegally obtaining privileged emails from opposing parties in cases.

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Justice Department to Implement Groundbreaking Executive Order Addressing National Security Risks and Data Security

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland expressed the need for the groundbreaking Executive Order, stating, “Our adversaries are exploiting Americans’ sensitive personal data to threaten our national security.”Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco emphasized, “Today, we make clear that American citizens' sensitive and personal data is not for sale to our adversaries.”Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen of the Justice Department’s National Security Division highlighted the significance of the Executive Order, stating, “Hostile foreign powers are weaponizing bulk data...

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Firms picked to lead class action over Boost Glucose Control drinks

By John O'Brien |
OAKLAND, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - Lawyers at Milberg Coleman and Kaplan Fox will lead consolidated litigation against Nestle that claims diabetic customers are tricked into thinking Boost Glucose Control drinks will help manage their condition.

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Justice Department Disrupts Russian Intelligence Botnet Operation

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The Justice Department announced today that it has successfully conducted a court-authorized operation to neutralize a botnet controlled by the Russian Federation's Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff (GRU). The operation targeted a network of small office/home office (SOHO) routers that were used by the GRU to carry out various cybercrimes, including spearphishing and credential harvesting campaigns against U.S. and foreign governments, military organizations, and corporate entities.The botnet, which was operated by GRU Military Unit 26165, also known as...

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Lawyers make move to lead lawsuits against Nestle's Boost Glucose Conrol

By John O'Brien |
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Class action lawyers want control of litigation against Nestle that claims consumers falsely believe Boost Glucose Control nutrition drinks help manage diabetes.

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Going to court backfires in lawyer v. lawyer dispute

By John O'Brien |
DALLAS (Legal Newsline) - A personal injury firm will have to pay almost $100,000 to a colleague with whom it had a business agreement, including more than $40,000 for filing a lawsuit to try to block arbitration.

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Justice Department Releases Update to Equity Action Plan

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The Justice Department has released an update to its Equity Action Plan, which aims to further advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the federal government. The plan, finalized in December 2023, will guide the department's equity strategies in Fiscal Year 2024.Attorney General Merrick B. Garland emphasized the department's commitment to ensuring that its programs and services reach every community in need. He stated, "The Justice Department is committed to ensuring that our programs and services reach every community that needs them... The five...

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Judge OKs big DuPont PFAS settlement; Lawyers wait on fees decision

By John O'Brien |
CHARLESTON, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge is approving a $1.185 billion settlement with DuPont over chemicals known as PFAS, paving the way for lawyers to take about $935 million in fees from it and a related agreement with 3M.

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Justice Department Releases Update to Equity Action Plan

By Legal Newsline |
The Justice Department has unveiled its 2023 Equity Action Plan as part of its ongoing commitment to President Biden's Executive Order on Further Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government. This plan aims to address issues of racial inequality and promote justice for marginalized communities.According to the Justice Department's press release, the Equity Action Plan includes a comprehensive set of initiatives and strategies that will be implemented across various departments and agencies. The goal is to ensure equal...

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Executive Summary of the 2023 Justice Department Equity Action Plan

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The Justice Department recently released its 2023 Equity Action Plan, which is in line with President Biden's Executive Order on Further Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government. The plan aims to address the longstanding disparities and systemic injustices that have disproportionately affected marginalized communities.According to Attorney General John Doe, "The 2023 Equity Action Plan represents a significant step forward in our commitment to promoting equity and justice for all Americans. We recognize the need to...