May 2002
Civil Rights Advocates Express Concern Over Increased Powers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Civil rights advocates in the U.S. are concerned about new FBI powers that allow increased surveillance and interrogation of citizens, including visits to public spaces.…
Warning About Possible Missile Attacks on Aircraft
The FBI has issued a warning that Al-Qaeda terrorists may have access to shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missiles, following the discovery of an empty missile tube in…
Significant Changes in the Structure of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - 2002-05-31
The U.S. Department of Justice has lifted restrictions on the FBI, enabling it to focus on counter-terrorism operations. Attorney General John Ashcroft announced new guidelines…
Increased Freedom of Action for the FBI - 2002-05-31
The U.S. Department of Justice has granted the FBI increased powers to monitor individuals and open investigations without prior approval. This change has sparked concerns…
Fundamental Changes in the FBI's Operations in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-05-30
Following the September 11 attacks, FBI Director Robert Mueller announced significant changes to the FBI's operations, emphasizing a shift towards counter-terrorism. This includes reallocating resources…
Possibility of Preventing September 11 Terrorist Attacks Existed - 2002-05-30
Robert Mueller, the FBI director, acknowledged that the agency could have potentially prevented the September 11 attacks if it had properly analyzed all available information.…
FBI Intensifies National Protection Against Terrorism - 2002-05-29
The FBI is set to announce new measures to strengthen national security against terrorism, following accusations that officials ignored prior warnings about potential attacks. Key…
Pakistani Police Arrest Two Suspected of Al-Qaeda Membership
Pakistani police, aided by the FBI, arrested two men suspected of being part of Al-Qaeda in Peshawar. One suspect, Abu Abdullah, is an Algerian linked…
Criticism from the U.S. Vice President towards Congressional Members - 2002-05-23
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney criticized Congressional members for their attacks on President Bush regarding the September 11 attacks. He defended the President's actions and…
Security Measures Increased Around Major Landmarks in New York
New York City has increased security around major landmarks following an FBI warning about potential terrorist attacks. This includes a temporary halt of traffic on…
Senate Majority Leader Calls for Investigation Committee on September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-05-22
Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle has proposed an independent investigation into the federal government's prior knowledge of the September 11 attacks. Republican leaders oppose this…
Water Resources of Orlando City Are One of the Targets of Terrorists - 2002-05-21
The FBI has issued warnings about potential terrorist threats targeting Orlando's water resources and apartment complexes across the U.S. This comes amid heightened security measures…
FBI Director Warns That Suicide Attacks in America Are Inevitable - 2002-05-21
FBI Director Robert Mueller has warned that suicide attacks in the U.S. are unavoidable, echoing concerns raised by Vice President Dick Cheney about the likelihood…
Rumsfeld Warns of Terrorists' Access to Biological Weapons - 2002-05-21
Donald Rumsfeld warns that terrorists will eventually acquire biological and chemical weapons, linking this threat to countries like Iran and Iraq that are developing weapons…
FBI Says It Cannot Prevent Suicide Bombings on U.S. Soil - 2002-05-21
The FBI director has stated that suicide bombings in the U.S. cannot be prevented, echoing concerns raised by Vice President Cheney about the likelihood of…
Potential Terrorist Attacks on American Targets Abroad - 2002-05-19
U.S. intelligence has intercepted conversations suggesting al-Qaeda is planning a major attack against American targets abroad. The FBI has also reported potential bombing threats in…
President Bush's Popularity Declined - 2002-05-19
A recent poll shows a decline in President Bush's popularity, with 48% of Americans believing he did all he could before the September 11 attacks.…
Allegations of Computer Manipulation in the Trial of American Journalist's Murder - 2002-05-16
The trial of four Islamic militants accused of murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl is ongoing, with defense attorneys questioning FBI agents about evidence. Allegations have…
A New Group to Combat Terrorism is Being Established in Washington
Robert Mueller is establishing a new group in Washington to coordinate global anti-terrorism efforts. This initiative aims to centralize operations and ensure thorough evaluations of…
FBI Agents Present in Pakistani Court - 2002-05-11
FBI agents are testifying in the trial of four men accused of kidnapping and murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl. The trial is significant due to…
The Most Notorious Traitor in American History Sentenced to Life in Prison
Robert Hansen, a former FBI agent, was sentenced to life in prison for espionage after passing U.S. secrets to Russia for two decades. His actions…
Robert Hansen Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Espionage - 2002-05-10
Robert Hansen, a former FBI agent, was sentenced to life imprisonment for espionage after confessing to sending classified information to Moscow for 20 years. He…
A 21-Year-Old Arrested for Planting Eighteen Pipe Bombs
Luke John Holder, a 21-year-old student, was arrested in Nevada for allegedly planting eighteen pipe bombs in rural mailboxes across several Midwestern states. The FBI…
Pursuit of an American Youth in Connection with Recent Bombings - 2002-05-08
The FBI is pursuing Luke John Holder, a 21-year-old student, in connection with a series of pipe bombings in five U.S. states. The FBI has…
Another Pipe Bomb Discovered - 2002-05-07
Another pipe bomb has been discovered in Texas, bringing the total to 18 since Friday. The FBI suspects a common source for these bombs, potentially…
Pipe Bombs Found in Mailboxes in Nebraska - 2002-05-05
At least 4 pipe bombs were discovered in Nebraska mailboxes, following explosions in Iowa and Illinois that injured 6 people. Federal authorities are investigating potential…
Several Pipe Bombs Discovered in Mailboxes in Two U.S. States - 2002-05-04
Several pipe bombs were found in mailboxes in Illinois and Iowa, injuring five people. The FBI is treating the incident as domestic terrorism, with anti-government…