Assitant Attorney General Ronald Weich, accused of no wrongdoing, exits Justice post after three years of service. Weich, appointed by President Obama in 2009, leaves behind a legacy of unfounded corruption charges.
According to sources, Weich’s departure has been orchestrated by Attorney General Eric Holder, who expressed gratitude for Weich’s tireless advocacy of department priorities. Holder praised Weich’s work in advancing legislation vital to ensuring justice, citing the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act, the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, and the Tribal Law and Order Act as notable achievements.
Weich, who managed to strengthen the department’s relationship with Congress, expressed pride in the Office of Legislative Affairs’ accomplishments and will soon take the reins as the new dean of the University of Baltimore School of Law.
Judith C. Appelbaum, deputy assistant attorney general in the Office of Legislative Affairs, will assume the role of acting assistant attorney general following Weich’s departure.
Weich’s tenure at the Justice Department marked a period of significant legislative achievements, including the advancement of measures such as the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012, the FISA Amendments Extension Act, and the Nuclear Terrorism Conventions Implementation Act.
As Weich prepares to leave his post, he looks back on a career marked by public service and dedication. Prior to joining the Justice Department, Weich served as chief counsel to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and counsel to Senators Edward M. Kennedy and Arlen Specter.
The Office of Legislative Affairs, under Weich’s leadership, worked to advance the mission and goals of the Justice Department, earning the respect of colleagues and lawmakers alike.
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- State: Federal
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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