Eric Holder
Updates on Eric Holder, the former United States attorney general. Holder was appointed U.S. attorney general by President Barack Obama in 2009, becoming the first African American to hold that position. Before that he served as deputy attorney general in the administration of President Bill Clinton.
Eric Holder's contempt case trends amid Bannon sentence "double standards"
Bannon was sentenced to four months in prison and fined $6,500 on Friday after being found guilty in July on two counts of criminal contempt of Congress.
Trump 'Ultimate Target' as DOJ Goes Up 'Criminal Food Chain': Kirschner
The former federal prosecutor assessed Friday that the Justice Department is now in a "full sprint" to go after Trump and his allies.
Trump Criminal Case Evidence Growing, Experts Say Amid New Jan. 6 Reports
Former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner said Friday that Trump "at a minimum" committed "treason."
Trump, Top Admin Officials to Be Indicted, Former Attorney General Predicts
Eric Holder assessed Friday that the ongoing investigation in Georgia's Fulton County is a "layup" of a potential prosecution of the former president.
Trump Indictment for Jan. 6 Merited 'Given What We Have Learned': Holder
Former Attorney General Eric Holder said Sunday that he thinks "there's going to be sufficient factual information" to indict Trump.
Eric Holder Says Ohio's New Congressional Map 'An Insult' as Democrats Sue
The plan is "even more rigged than its predecessor and an outlier among partisan gerrymanders nationwide," the lawsuit alleges.
Ex-NAACP President: Obama Partially to Blame for Georgia Voter Suppression
"I'm not sure why [former U.S. Attorney General Eric] Holder pre-cleared the Republican redistricting plans back in 2010," Ben Jealous said Friday.
More Justices Should Be Added If GOP Creates 'Illegitimate Majority': Ex-AG
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder accused Republicans of "blatant hypocrisy" for moving to fill the Supreme Court vacancy created by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death so close to the presidential election.
How to Watch, Livestream Barack Obama Speak on George Floyd Protests
The former president will be joined by activists and elected officials for a press conference regarding the death of George Floyd and the protests it has sparked.
Stone Prosecution Team 'Heroes' for Quitting: Former U.S. Attorney General
The Roger Stone prosecutors walked out after the Department of Justice undermined their original sentencing memo in what President Donald Trump's critics claim is political interference.
Barr Is Unfit to Lead DoJ, His Conduct Will Wreak Lasting Damage: Ex-AG
Eric Holder, who was attorney general in the Obama administration, attacked William Barr in an op-ed for "running political interference for an increasingly lawless president."
Eric Holder Might Make Late Presidential Bid, MSNBC Analyst Claims
Eugene Robinson claimed on social media last night that the Obama-era attorney general had spoken with strategists about running in the already crowded Democratic 2020 primary field.
Nipsey Hussle Shooting: Eric Holder Named as Suspect
The Los Angeles Police Department said Eric Holder walked up to Nipsey Hussle and two other men and fired a barrage of shots as they stood outside Hussle's Marathon Clothing Company store.
Hillary Clinton Cracks Black Joke 'They All Look Alike'
Conservatives were quick to criticize Clinton for the remark.
Eric Holder: I Never Call Trump the President
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder railed against the "hateful actions and tweets" of the Trump administration, refusing to even call Trump "president" of the United States.
House Intel Committee Ending Russia Probe 'Cover-Up'
"Politics beat a desire for the truth," former Attorney General Eric Holder said, slamming House Intelligence Committee Republicans for unilaterally shutting down the Trump-Russia probe.
Holder: Mueller Has 'Technical Case' on Trump
The former attorney general pointed out instances where the president could be vulnerable to the special counsel's team.
Holder: If Trump Fire Mueller, Americans Should Protest
Eric Holder was Attorney General under former President Barack Obama.
Trump Slammed Over Anti-FBI Tweets
Trump's accusation the FBI's reputation is in "tatters" is simply false, say current and former officials.
Former AG Says Trump's Justice Department is Troubling
Eric Holder suggested the president needs to stop "berating" Attorney General Jeff Sessions in an interview Friday.
Eric Holder Says Trump's Crime Policy Is Dangerous
Former Attorney General Eric Holder criticizes the Trump administration's stance on crime, sentencing, private prisons and drugs.
Uber's CEO, Kalanick, Could Face Leave of Absence
The ride-sharing app's board was meeting Sunday to discuss recommendations to change the company's culture and policies.
Eric Holder's 2016 Democratic Convention Speech
"Despite the fiction and fearmongering you've heard from the other party's nominee, violent crime has gone down since President Obama took office."
Eric Holder Hints at Possible Plea Deal for Edward Snowden
The former attorney general said "the possibility exists" that the Justice Department could reach a plea deal.
Eric Holder on Ferguson Shooter: 'Damn Punk'
The U.S. Attorney General offered an investigation into the shooting of two police officers.
Minor Crimes Should Not Lead to a Life Sentence
A new report urges an end to discriminating against petty criminals who have served their time.
Loretta Lynch: What Was It Like Working With the Attorney General Nominee?
If confirmed, Loretta Lynch would become the first African-American woman to lead the Department of Justice
Obama Picks Brooklyn Prosecutor Loretta Lynch to Be Next U.S. Attorney General
Lynch would replace Eric Holder, the first black attorney general, who has held the job since Obama took office in 2009.
Twitter Sues U.S. Government on Surveillance Disclosure
The social media site wants to be able to disclose more detailed information on government surveillance of its users
Who Will Replace Eric Holder?
As soon as it became known the attorney general is resigning, a list of likely successors emerged.
