Janet Reno
79th United States Attorney General
Born
July 21st, 1938
87 years ago
Died
November 7th, 2016
8 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 79th Attorney General of the United States from 1993 to 2001. First woman to hold the position. Worked on various issues including crime, drugs, and civil rights during tenure. Played a significant role in high-profile cases and controversies including the Branch Davidian incident in Waco, Texas, and the Elian Gonzalez case. Advocated for the Violence Against Women Act and initiated various measures to combat crime and improve law enforcement. Engaged in efforts to reform the FBI and enhance community policing initiatives.
First female Attorney General of the U.S.
Oversaw the Branch Davidian siege in 1993
Supported the Violence Against Women Act
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