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John David Ashcroft (born May 9, 1942) is an American lawyer, lobbyist, and former politician who served as the United States Attorney General in the George W. Bush administration from 2001 to 2005.
Nov 11, 2004 · A former senator from Missouri, Ashcroft was at the center of a fierce civil liberties debate over anti-terrorism policies initiated by the Bush administration in the wake of the 9/11...
Jul 1, 2024 · John Ashcroft (born May 9, 1942, Chicago, Ill., U.S.) is a U.S. politician and lawyer, who served as attorney general of the United States (2001–05). He is known for his conservative policies and his support of the USA Patriot Act.
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Jun 8, 2017 · 10 Things You Didn’t Know About John Ashcroft. He served as U.S. attorney general during George W. Bush's administration. Former Attorney General John Ashcroft in the East Room at the White...
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Oct 25, 2022 · Ashcroft, John David. 79th Attorney General, 2001 - 2005. John David Ashcroft was born on May 9, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. He received his degree with honors from Yale in 1964, and he earned his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School in 1967.
Oct 11, 2001 · Missouri Attorney General John Ashcroft became Governor John Ashcroft in 1984, a position he held until 1993. His time in office is highlighted by his efforts to crack down on crime and increase support of law enforcement.
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Dec 6, 2001 · John Ashcroft, a Republican U.S. senator from Missouri, was running for reelection in November 2000; at the same time, his fellow Republican George W. Bush was running for president. Ashcroft lost his race to Jean Carnahan, the widow of the state's Democratic governor.
