attorney general when branch davidians were killed

by Jonathon Kerluke 7 min read

General Janet Reno

Who was the attorney general when Waco happened?

Janet Wood RenoMiami, Florida, U.S. Janet Wood Reno (July 21, 1938 – November 7, 2016) was an American lawyer who served as the Attorney General of the United States from 1993 until 2001. President Bill Clinton nominated Reno on February 11, 1993, and the Senate confirmed her the following month.

What was Janet Reno known for?

On March 12, 1993, Ms. Reno became the first woman and 78th attorney general. She went on to become the longest serving attorney general in the 20th century.Mar 16, 2021

Who was Koresh lawyer?

Attorney Dick DeGuerin represented David Koresh (pictured), and remains critical of how the ATF conducted the raid in Waco. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Like most, Houston-based attorney Dick DeGuerin first heard of David Koresh through a newscast.Jan 4, 2018

What was David Koresh originally charged with?

David Koresh once went to trial for attempted murder. Koresh joined the Branch Davidians when he was 22 years old and soon became enmeshed in an affair with the group's president, Lois Roden, then in her 60s.Feb 20, 2020

Who was Obama's Attorney General?

Eric Himpton Holder Jr. (born January 21, 1951) is an American lawyer who served as the 82nd Attorney General of the United States from 2009 to 2015. Holder, serving in the administration of President Barack Obama, was the first African American to hold the position of U.S. Attorney General.

Was Janet Reno a Democrat or Republican?

Democratic PartyJanet Reno / PartyThe Democratic Party is one of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States. It was founded in 1828 by supporters of Andrew Jackson, making it the world's oldest active political party. Since the 1860s, its main political rival has been the Republican Party. Wikipedia

Who was Durst attorney?

attorney Dick DeGuerinRobert Durst, seated with attorney Dick DeGuerin, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday without chance of parole for the murder of Susan Berman more than two decades ago.Oct 16, 2021

How old is DeGeurin?

49-year-old“Sibling rivalry is one of the most recognized normal negative traits in our society,” says 49-year-old Michael DeGeurin as he sits in the chair that was once the property of his mentor.

How did David Koresh make his money?

According to a 1993 Chicago Tribune article, the sect members collected cars, recycled building materials, purchased food in bulk, and relied on food stamps and other forms of public aid in order to make ends meet. They also frequently fell behind on property taxes and didn't have indoor plumbing in the compound.May 8, 2020