John Ashcroft

American Attorney General, Patriot Act

John Ashcroft - American Attorney General, Patriot Act
Born

May 9th, 1942
82 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 79th United States Attorney General from 2001 to 2005. Played a key role in the implementation of the USA PATRIOT Act following the September 11 attacks. Served as Governor of Missouri from 1985 to 1993. Held the position of United States Senator representing Missouri from 1995 to 2001. Prior to political positions, practiced law and was an attorney general in Missouri.

Implemented the USA PATRIOT Act

Served as United States Senator

Served as Governor of Missouri

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