Justice, US Department of

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Justice, US Department of Legal office of the US federal government. Directed by the attorney general, it is responsible for the enforcement of federal laws, represents the government in legal matters and advises the president and members of the executive. It includes a number of associated agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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