Former California Congressman sentenced to prison for stealing campaign funds
“The FBI is committed to investigate public officials who abuse the public trust and use their office to commit illegal acts.”
US internet bill is a sneak attack on encryption while public focuses on coronavirus
While fighting for and focusing on reducing child exploitation is something of great importance, the EARN IT Act is an undeniable attack on encryption and will affect how companies operate and potentially your privacy.
3 police officers indicted for using excessive force and attempted cover-up
Three Indiana police officers were recently indicted on 12 counts—one of the officers is the former police chief’s son.
Former City Council president indicted on fraud, bribery, and extortion charges
If convicted of all charges, Tamaya Dennard could face a maximum sentence of 50 years in federal prison.
Judge orders Chelsea Manning’s immediate release from jail
Manning’s legal team: “Needless to say we are relieved and ask that you respect her privacy while she gets on her feet.”
Former Police Chief sentenced to 10 years in prison for threatening man at gunpoint
“Law enforcement officers are responsible for upholding the law and protecting their communities from harm. The defendant used his position of authority to prey on vulnerable individuals and exploit them for his personal gain.”
Former Acting Inspector General for DHS indicted on fraud and theft charges
From October 2014 to April 2017, Edwards, his former subordinate, Murali Yamazula Venkata, and other government employees reportedly stole the personal data of nearly 250,000 DHS employees.
Climate activists victorious after using a necessity defense
“Zenith Energy Corporation, and the city’s inability to shut it down, is the poster child for what is wrong with our system.”
Officer indicted after beating man on dash cam video
“When an officer betrays that oath, and instead uses his or her position to violate a person's constitutional rights, that officer must be held accountable."
Texas closes hundreds of polling sites in areas where minorities vote
“For many people, and particularly for voters of color, older voters, rural voters, and voters with disabilities, these burdens make it harder — and sometimes impossible — to vote.”