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Justice Department overrules career workers in key cases
Political appointees at the Justice Department overruled career staff on high profile matters including a Texas redistricting plan backed by House leader Tom DeLay and a long running tobacco case. Critics say the pattern shows political influence in voting rights and civil rights matters. The department reduced proposed tobacco damages after an appeals ruling and faced questions over changes to voting laws affecting minorities. Senior officials defended decisions as lawful and nonpolitical.
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Washington, D.C
Justice Department
Texas
Hou.e
Alberto Gonzales
Bush Administration
Voting Rights Unit
Eric Holland
Gonzales
Appeals ‘Court
Obacco
Department
Gonalles
Willliam Carr
Campaign For
Tobacco-Free Kids
Sharon Eubanks