Eric Holder

Dallas Police Department cars with lights on on dark street
Kenrya Rankin  Sep 19, 2016 2:53PM EDT

Black Dallas Cop Sues Black Lives Matter, Obama for 'Igniting a Race War'

From the lawsuit: “The defendants, if not legally reined in, are allegedly responsible, along with others, for igniting a race war that will ultimately totally destroy the freedoms that our founding fathers bequeathed to us.”
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Sameer Rao  Sep 8, 2016 12:24PM EDT

Following Criticism for Racist Hosts, Airbnb Pledges Changes to Platform, Protocol

The reforms come after years of criticism from activists and users of color who feel the home-sharing website doesn’t do enough to address some users’ racist bias.
Kenrya Rankin  Jul 8, 2015 11:18AM EDT

Charleston Shooter Dylann Roof Indicted on 9 Counts of Murder

A grand jury indicted the shooter on nine counts of murder, one for each of the people he confessed to killing—plus three counts of attempted murder for the three survivors.
Carla Murphy  Feb 27, 2015 10:43AM EST

Senate Committee Clears Path for Loretta Lynch

Lynch is expected to become the first African-American female attorney general of the United States.
Julianne Hing  Jan 28, 2015 5:09PM EST

At Loretta Lynch's Confirmation Hearing, Senators Air Holder Grievances

“You’re not Eric Holder, are you?” Sen. John Cornyn asked.
Julianne Hing  Dec 8, 2014 11:59AM EST

Justice Department Updates Racial Profiling Rules--With Big Exceptions

The Department of Homeland Security hold onto key exemptions.
Aura Bogado  Nov 21, 2014 3:34PM EST

DOJ Releases Holder Video Statement Ahead of Wilson Indictment Decision

One area district closes schools next week ahead of an anticipated decision.
Julianne Hing  Oct 24, 2014 12:40PM EDT

Eric Holder Doesn't Like the Leaks Coming From Ferguson

He’s “exasperated.”
Brentin Mock  Sep 29, 2014 7:00AM EDT

Eric Holder's Racial Justice Legacy

Attorney General Eric Holder announced his resignation late last week. Here, a review of his work on voting rights, mass incarceration and police brutality.
Akiba Solomon  Sep 25, 2014 11:45AM EDT

Eric Holder to Resign From Attorney General Post

After serving six years as U.S. attorney general, Eric Holder is planning to resign. From NPR:
Julianne Hing  Aug 21, 2014 2:15PM EDT

Eric Holder Recounts Being Harassed by Police

‘I am the attorney general of the United States. But I am also a black man,’ Holder said.
Kai Wright  Aug 20, 2014 1:44PM EDT

Eric Holder's Civil Rights Surge

Holder came into office with the explicit mission of restoring the Civil Rights Division. In Ferguson, he seems eager to show his progress.
Brentin Mock  Apr 28, 2014 1:00PM EDT

Justice Department to Begin Collecting Racial Profiling Data

The Justice Department will start tabulating stop-and-frisk frequency and racial bias.
Brentin Mock  Apr 21, 2014 1:44PM EDT

Obama and Holder to Expand Clemency for Unfair Prison Sentences

The Obama Administration wants to free more people unfairly imprisoned from jail
Carla Murphy  Apr 10, 2014 10:48AM EDT

AG Holder Tweaks F.B.I. Racial Profiling Rules

Compromise rules hold implications for U.S. Muslim and Latino communities in particular
Brentin Mock  Feb 11, 2014 11:00AM EST

AG Holder Calls for Restoring Voting Rights to Former Felons

Holder calls for the restoration of voting rights to all who’ve formerly been convicted of felonies.
Brentin Mock  Nov 18, 2013 2:56PM EST

Holder, Unbothered by Impeachment Calls, Announces Millions for Helping Ex-Drug Offenders

Holder brushes off calls for his impeachment to explain how he’s been helping reduce recidivism.
Brentin Mock  Oct 30, 2013 4:36PM EDT

Holder Releases Millions for Criminal Defense of the Poor

Holder also endorses criminal justice reform ideas from newly minted U.S. Senator Cory Booker.
Brentin Mock  Sep 30, 2013 9:45AM EDT

Holder Now Aims to Sue North Carolina Over Voter ID Law

Holder may seek to bail North Carolina back into federal “preclearance” oversight
Aura Bogado  Sep 20, 2013 12:13PM EDT

Attorney General Outlines Changes on Mandatory Minimums

But is it really retroactive?