Welch to Be Dropped From Ring Case

Head of Public Integrity Section Won’t Work on Abramoff-Related Case

April 21, 2009, 12 a.m.

In the wake of mistakes in the corruption trial of former Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), the Justice Department’s chief prosecutor of public corruption cases will step down from the team pursuing the unrelated indictment of a former House aide in the influence-peddling scandal centered on ex-lobbyist Jack Abramoff.

Grover: U.S. Teaching Hospitals Need Federal Support

Chun: Cyber Attacks Demand Strong Public-Private Response

Nov. 6, 12:35 p.m.

The federal government is increasingly taking a leadership role in improving the nation’s cybersecurity. But, with a threat that is quickly growing and more sophisticated each day, it’s clear that the government — for all of its good intentions — cannot win this battle without a robust commitment from technology companies. Read Full Article