Documents tagged "Department"
Found 206 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032520.txt
The document is a series of emails between Lawrence Krauss and Jeffrey E. discussing politics and science. Lawrence Krauss expresses his disappointment with the current administration's approach to supporting science, stating that it is all about "the size of the rocket" rather than contributing to scientific progress. He also mentions that he is the Director of The Origins Project at ASU and a Foundation Professor in the School of Earth & Space Exploration and Physics Department. Jeffrey E. shares an article from The Washington Post regarding NASA's budget and its aim to land on Mars, but Lawrence Krauss responds with further criticism of the administration's policies.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032519.txt
Lawrence Krauss is the Director of The Origins Project at Arizona State University and a Foundation Professor in the School of Earth & Space Exploration and Physics Department. He expressed concerns about President Trump's focus on space exploration, stating that it was not contributing to science but rather serving as an opportunity for glory. In response, Jeffrey E. sent Krauss an article from The Washington Post about President Trump signing a NASA bill aimed at landing on Mars.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032448.txt
The document discusses a meeting where Kathy Ruemmler is talking to a reporter from the New York Times and mentioning that Trump has declared war on the Department of Justice, which is considered a bad move. The conversation also includes a mention of Jeff Yates being fired by Trump. The document emphasizes the confidentiality of its contents and warns against unauthorized use or disclosure.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032383.txt
In the document, Larry Summers is discussing with Jeffrey E. about Grey's intelligence, referring to him as "reasonably smart". The email also includes a link to an article about Trump and Henry Kravis' possible role in the Treasury Department. Summers provides his office contact information for scheduling inquiries and suggests following him on Twitter. He also mentions that the communication contains confidential information intended only for the addressee, and that unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031822.txt
This document discusses the Department of Justice's investigation into a plea bargain awarded to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who is linked to Bill Clinton. The probe has been criticized by watchdogs for being tainted. The sender expresses skepticism about those trying to capitalize politically on this situation.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031764.txt
The document discusses an investigation into Republican fundraiser Elliott Broidy for allegedly trying to sell government influence. The focus of the investigation includes a plan to extradite a Chinese dissident and claims that Broidy sought $75 million in exchange for ending a Malaysian government corruption probe. It is also mentioned that there are ongoing investigations related to the Trump administration's ties with foreign officials, such as the one involving former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031676.txt
In this email exchange, Lawrence Krauss informs Jeffrey E. that he will be taking a voluntary leave from his position as Chair of the Board at the Bulletin, allowing him and the board to make positive statements about each other. Jeffrey E. advises Lawrence Krauss to concentrate on refuting charges made against him in an article by breaking them down into categories such as ludicrous, ogling, jokes, and so on.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031624.txt
This document discusses a conversation between two individuals regarding the amount of Saudi money tied up in various funds and the challenges faced by the Royal family in managing their wealth and image. The discussion also touches on the influence of social media and the potential for revolution in Saudi Arabia. It mentions the withdrawal of $200 billion from SAMA, the stock market, and the impact of various political entities, including Congress, the Pentagon, CIA, State Department, and Trump's election.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031556.txt
In the document, Lawrence Krauss is discussing a situation where he has received criticism and negative publicity due to an announcement about him and buzzfeed. He mentions that he is taking a voluntary leave as Chair of the Board from The Origins Project at ASU, which is directed by him, in order to make nice statements and improve relations with the board. Krauss expresses his hope for the future and references the upcoming 10 year celebration of the Origins Project at Arizona State University.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031447.txt
The document is a letter from an attorney at Martin G. Weinberg P.C. to Melanie Ann Pustay and Sean R. O'Neill regarding a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request made by Jeffrey Epstein for records related to past FBI investigations involving him. The letter states that it has taken the FBI over 27 months to produce only two batches of documents, despite being informed that Mr. Epstein would pay the costs of copying. The attorney argues that this delay is unreasonable and violates the FOIA's requirements. The letter also mentions prior correspondence with the FBI regarding this matter, including letters dated May 1, 2015, and August 13, 2015, which are attached to the current letter.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031433.txt
The document appears to be an email exchange between Lawrence Krauss and Jeffrey E. regarding allegations of sexual harassment. In the emails, Krauss denies having sex with someone and explains that they mutually decided against it. He also mentions his position as Director of The Origins Project at Arizona State University and provides contact information for himself and others in his office.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031415.txt
The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into whether attorneys committed professional misconduct in handling the case of Jeffrey Epstein, who was accused of molesting young girls and received just over a year in jail as part of his sentence. The inquiry is being handled by the Office of Professional Responsibility, which explores allegations of employee wrongdoing. However, even if it finds evidence of misconduct, its findings are not usually made public and may have limited consequences for the attorneys involved. The department revealed the investigation in response to questions from Sen. Ben Sasse (R-Neb.) about how the department handled its inquiry into Epstein's case.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031399.txt
The Miami U.S. Attorney's Office has recused itself from the Jeffrey Epstein case, and it will now be overseen by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Atlanta. The reassignment comes just days before a deadline for prosecutors to confer with the victims' attorneys. The Justice Department is still under pressure to look into the handling of the Epstein case after attorney general nominee William Barr committed to doing so during his confirmation hearing.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031396.txt
The US Department of Justice has opened an investigation into whether attorneys committed "professional misconduct" in the handling of Jeffrey Epstein's child sex abuse case. The case had been the subject of an investigation by the Miami Herald, which revealed that then-US Attorney Alex Acosta, now President Trump's labor secretary, shelved a 53-page indictment that could have put Epstein behind bars for life. Epstein, who has connections to both Donald Trump and Bill Clinton, assembled a high-powered legal team to address the allegations he faced, but ultimately pleaded guilty in 2008 only to state charges of soliciting prostitution. The investigation is being handled by the Office of Professional Responsibility, which typically results in employees being fired, but its findings are not usually made public.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031392.txt
The Miami U.S. Attorney's Office has recused itself from a case involving multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein, who is accused of sexually abusing underage girls in Palm Beach, Florida. The Justice Department has reassigned the case to the U.S. Attorney's Office in Atlanta, where Byung J. "BJay" Pak, a former Georgia lawmaker, will oversee the case for the government. The deadline for prosecutors to confer with the victims' attorneys in an effort to settle the case is still in effect, and a federal judge has ruled that the original plea agreement broke the law by concealing it from the affected underage girls.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031269.txt
The email exchange discusses allegations of sexual harassment against Dr. Lawrence Krauss, a prominent scientist and director at Arizona State University's Origins Project. The sender inquires about the validity of the accusations and seeks advice on how to respond. It is suggested that mutual decisions were made during encounters in 2006, but the question remains why multiple women have accused him over more than a decade.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031209.txt
Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy sex offender, has been working on constructing a compound on Great St. James island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The construction work is taking place without permission from the government, and it is not the first time this has happened. DPNR Commissioner nominee Jean-Pierre Oriol will be available to answer questions about the situation. Epstein also owns neighboring Little St. James island, which has been his primary residence for decades.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031191.txt
The document discusses Jeffrey Epstein's mysterious background and sexual assault allegations. In California, the Santa Monica Police Department had a paper trail leading to Epstein's front door. A young actress who appeared on Baywatch and General Hospital placed a call saying she was sexually assaulted at Shutters on the Beach, a trendy hotel. The officer who took the call knew the woman's name and her voice, and she had previously told him about an encounter with Epstein.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031171.txt
The Justice Department is investigating federal prosecutors for their handling of a plea deal in which Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier with political connections, avoided severe penalties for sexually abusing teenage girls in favor of a relatively light state conviction in Florida. The investigation was announced after US Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Nebraska, called for an examination of whether professional misconduct occurred in the highly publicized case. Epstein is now 66 and lives on Little St. James Island off St. Thomas. He reached a non-prosecution deal with then-Miami US Attorney Alexander Acosta's office in 2008 to secretly end a federal sex abuse investigation that could have landed him behind bars for life.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031170.txt
The Miami U.S. attorney's office has recused itself from the Jeffrey Epstein case due to its involvement in prior decisions related to Epstein. This means that the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia will oversee the case, which involves Epstein's victims and their attempts to seek justice for alleged crimes committed by Epstein, including abuse of underage girls. The reassignment has been criticized by some as a move to protect Epstein from facing consequences for his actions.