U.S. Department of Justice

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is the executive branch department responsible for upholding federal law, administering justice, and protecting the rights of individuals. The DOJ was established in 1870 as a part of President Ulysses S. Grant’s efforts to combat fraud and corruption during Reconstruction following the Civil War. It has since grown into one of the largest departments within the government with more than 115,000 employees across 94 offices nationwide.

The head official at DOJ is known as an Attorney General appointed by the President from among their Cabinet members or other qualified individuals upon Senate approval. Since its inception over 150 attorneys general have held this office including notable figures such as Robert F Kennedy who served under John F Kennedy and Janet Reno who served under Bill Clinton . The current attorney general is Merrick Garland having been appointed by Joe Biden on March 11 2021 after his confirmation hearings before both houses of Congress were successful .

As part of its mission to “ensure public safety against foreign and domestic threats” , it works closely with local governments , non-governmental organizations , state/federal agencies , tribal nations & international partners to prosecute criminals while also promoting civil rights enforcement throughout America . To facilitate these activities they operate several bureaus which provide support services like intelligence gathering information technology assistance training programs & technical aid resources etcetera ; some examples include :

•Federal Bureau Of Investigation – Responsible for investigating violations relating to national security terrorism organized crime cybercrimes white collar crimes human trafficking drug offenses bank robberies extortion racketeering & much more •Drug Enforcement Administration – Investigates into illegal drugs production distribution sale transportation importation possession usage abuse etcetera •Bureau Of Prisons – Oversees full scope operations related prison facilities detention centers correctional institutions halfway houses parole board proceedings reentry initiatives prisoner rehabilitation programs court sentencing guidelines plus many others •United States Marshals Service – Manages judicial process service fugitive apprehension witness protection task forces asset forfeiture investigations district court security special event coordination plus a number additional duties Other divisions are scattered around US territories that either monitor specific legal issues or handle administrative functions e g Office Immigration Litigation Human Rights Criminal Division Environmental Natural Resources Tax Antitrust Civil Liberties Privacy Prosecution Policy International Affairs Interpol Liaison Special Counselor Inspector General Lawyer Registration Plus Many Others … All In All Making Up A Comprehensive Network For Ensuring Justice Is Served Across Every Level Nationally Internationally And Locally !