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Attorney General Eric Holder

Attorney General Eric Holder

Washington, DC
Thursday, June 28, 2012

Attorney General Eric Holder, who is currently facing a contempt of Congress charge for his role in the "Fast and Furious" gun-trafficking operation, spoke to the 2012 League of United Latin American Citizens today.

Holder praised the organization for its dedication to fighting discrimination and hate crimes. He also expressed support for the Dream Act, which will give young illegal immigrants a path to citizenship requiring they complete a college degree or two years of military service.

Updated: Thursday, June 28, 2012 at 4:05pm (ET)

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