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2 Sep, 2008 3:31 pm
... LARA JAKES JORDAN Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) _ A Justice Department report scolds former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales for
mishandling highly classified documents about an eavesdropping program and interrogating terror detainees - two of the Bush ... to the department's National Security Division. But the
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17 Mar, 2007 9:57 pm
... general. What does the omissions of these details mean? More... Their omissions illustrate the remarkable extent to which Gonzales, 51, has
managed to control the telling of his life story and the impenetrability of his outwardly mild and friendly ... .50 caliber handgun, plus several hundred rounds of ammunition. Court
records indicate that at the time of her arrest, Theresa Gonzales was on 10 years' probation following a guilty plea to a similar charge in
1991. The outcome to Theresa's 2000 case. ...
28 Jun, 2007 3:57 am
... reviewing the use of the federal death penalty provided the most detailed account to date of Charlton's interactions with Gonzales's aides
about the murder case that contributed to his dismissal. It also was one of the most pointed critiques of Gonzales by ... 's name appeared on a
list of prosecutors who should be fired, which Sampson sent to the White House. In April, Gonzales testified in Congress that Charlton had used
"poor judgment in pushing forward a recommendation on a death penalty case." ...
14 Sep, 2007 3:55 pm
... of justice. He has resigned." THREAT LEVEL agrees. The same is true for Mr. Gonzales' predecessor, John Ashcroft. Mr. Ashcroft resigned in
late 2004 amid a cloud of ... men and women on the street and to fellow bloggers and journalists. At 52, Mr. Gonzales' public service is
finished today, following a lifetime of service under Texas Governor ... terrorist attack on our homeland." Winding down his departing speech, Mr. Gonzales reached out to God, praying "that He continue to so richly bless the United ...
2 Sep 1:40 pm
... hearings and just thought they were electrifying. The part that initially grabbed me was when I heard Arlen Specter basically yells at Gonzales, asking him 'Did you prepare for these press conferences?' I heard that on the radio and thought it was so ... was to dramatize it. Really? Why? Part
of my impetus was that as much as I disagreed with some of the well-publicized mistakes Gonzales made, I really started to feel sorry for the
guy, listening to him struggle his way through the questioning. So ...
3 Sep, 2008 12:44 am
... classified." When the New York Times revealed the existence of the warantless spying program in December 2005, Gonzales described the leak
as a dire threat to the country, and suggested that the journalists who reported on the story could be prosecuted under ... it a federal crime to treat classified information with
"gross negligence" resulting in improper storage. But Gonzales is in no danger of feeling its wrath. The Inspector General referred the matter
to the National Security Division, where ...
10 Aug 6:18 am
... obviously a proud and historic moment for all Hispanics." It was a safe, savvy response. Gonzales is one wise Latino. But Solomon quickly
turned to tougher stuff: Some ... but because it's an ongoing investigation, I cannot. We're sure it pained Gonzales not to talk about that
ongoing investigation. This was probably around the time he started wondering ... his book (which has not yet found a publisher). Solomon and Gonzales closed the interview on a strangely poignant note: Do you still talk to President ...
20 Apr, 2007 5:44 am
... editorial is entitled "Questions of judgment create a cloud at Justice." The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel contains an article headlined "Gonzales defends firings; Sen. Tom Coburn: 'The best way to put this behind us is your resignation.'" The Christian ... says he had a 'limited' role in the
controversial firing of eight federal attorneys." Financial Times reports that "Gonzales faces tough questions on Hill." The Washington Times
reports that "Gonzalez defends firings before tough GOP critics." The ...
10 Jul, 2007 9:00 am
... ." Read the full speech here. DOJ spinmeisters are already trying to smooth things over, claiming that it was unclear whether Gonzales had
actually read the reports about legal violations and civil liberties abuses. All the abuses reported to ... 's civil liberties have been abused." But Caroline Fredrickson, the Director
of the ACLU's Washington Legislative Office condemned Gonzales' actions today in a statement: "Congress has been hoodwinked by the Attorney
General and it's time for consequences. ...
27 Aug, 2007 8:21 am
... of potential donors. Biden's site pointed to a March statement calling for Alberto Gonzales' resignation. Biden sits on the Senate
Judiciary Committee, whose members oversee the running of ... . Biden had voted against the confirmation of President Bush's nomination of Alberto Gonzales. He will now also have an opportunity to sound off and vote on any ... Legal Dodges Gonzales Pushes Again
for Increased ISP Data Retention Secret Spy Court To Consider ACLU Request For Bush Spying Orders FBI Office Under ...
17 Jan, 2007 8:33 am
... thousands of others, opposed his confirmation: As the prime legal architect for the policy of torture adopted by the Bush Administration, Gonzales's advice led directly to the abandonment of longstanding federal laws, the Geneva Conventions, and the United ... policy, ramping up his criticism of
how they handle terrorism cases. In remarks prepared for delivery Wednesday, Gonzales says judges generally should defer to the will of the
president and Congress when deciding national security cases. He ...
23 Mar, 2007 8:13 pm
... indicated that the hour-long morning discussion, held in the attorney general's conference room, was the only time Gonzales met with top
aides who decided which prosecutors to fire and how to do it. Justice spokeswoman Tasia Scolinos said it ... not immediately clear whether Gonzales gave his final approval to begin the firings at that meeting. Scolinos also said Gonzales was not involved
in the process of selecting which prosecutors would be asked to resign. On March 13, in explaining the firings ...
1 Jul, 2007 9:46 pm
... the use of the federal death penalty provided the most detailed account to date of Charlton's interactions with Gonzales's aides about the
murder case that contributed to his dismissal. It also was one of the most pointed critiques of Gonzales by any ... general has final say over
whether capital charges are filed. According to Charlton, the case on which he clashed with Gonzales involved a methamphetamine dealer named
Jose Rios Rico, who was charged with slaying his drug supplier. Charlton said he ...
27 Aug, 2007 1:39 pm
... and a primer on Paul Clement, the acting head of the department. It is unclear who President Bush will nominate to succeed Gonzales,
although reports are pointing to Homeland Security chief Michael Chertoff. The resignation will take effect September 17. ... 's successor often seemed more a White House functionary
than the attorney general of the United States. Alberto Gonzales was ever-willing to subordinate the needs of justice to the demands of his
political masters-crossing lines that even his ...
9 Nov, 2007 12:43 pm
He just wants your money. From the ACS Blog: Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales will receive $40,000 for a speech at the University of
Florida, according to the Independent Florida Alligator, UF's student newspaper. The November 19 speech will be paid for by student activity fees. (H/T The Blog of Legal Times) Being an
ex-AG: nice work if you can get it. Gonzales to Receive $40,000 for Speech [ACS Blog] Alberto Gonzales to Give Speech in Florida [The BLT] Alberto Gonzales to ...
20 Apr, 2007 7:02 am
... covered his SJC testimony extensively. See here, here, and here. If the Gonzales testimony were a Broadway show, today would be the morning
after opening night, when ... Brantley theatre critics weigh in. And based on the reviews (see links below), the Al Gonzales Show is the
biggest disaster since Dracula the Musical. Will someone please drive a stake through ... we love drama, and we love surprises. We were secretly hoping that Gonzales -- who has never been a great public speaker (we've seen him) ...
21 May, 2007 2:06 pm
... was asking the head of the Department of Justice to approve an illegal program. By seeking to advance an illegal scheme, Gonzales seriously
interfered with the administration of justice. It's hard to think of a clearer example of a violation of" Texas's rule forbidding lawyers from engaging in conduct constituting the
obstruction of justice. Gillers also thinks Gonzales, by attempting to dupe Ashcroft, violated the Texas prohibition on conduct involving
deceit. I'm doubtful about the ...
15 May, 2007 5:37 am
/**/ I try to leave coverage of national politics to others, but the controversy around Attorney General Alberto Gonzales is about the
administration of justice, not just politics, so I'll mention a few developments: Today former Deputy Attorney General James B ... " and then added: "It's embarrassing for a
professional to work for the Department of Justice today." Id. This morning, a group of Gonzales's law school classmates ran an ad in the
Washington Post with an open letter to him. As members of ...
27 Aug, 2007 5:10 am
... presents an opportunity for Bush to be persuaded to appoint a replacement who will act more independently from the president than did Gonzales (who did not appear to act very independently at all), will be more forthcoming to the public, and will do more ... were that Thornburgh), rather
than a devil from the Homeland Security Department's helm. Until Bush names a Gonzales replacement, whose nomination will need Senate
confirmation, it appears that the acting attorney general will be Acting Deputy ...
27 Aug, 2007 8:44 am
... his role in the warrantless wiretapping controversy. Over the last few months, Senate Democrats accused Gonzales of misleading Congress
about the extent of internal battles over the legality of the Administration's secret wiretapping and data- ... nominates and the Senate confirms another appointee. That confirmation
process is likely to be bruising, regardless of the nominee. Gonzales's truthfulness about the surveillance program and the shenanigans at
Ashcroft's intensive care unit bedside was ...
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