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Background:

• Afghanistan
• Airplane and Airport Security
• Osama bin Laden / Al-Qaida
• Financial Markets
• Hate Crimes
• Homeland Defense
• Military Service
• Military Tribunals
• Terrorism

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Documents Specific to the Sept. 11 Terrorist Attacks

National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (9-11 Commission):

• Submitted Testimony of Robert S. Mueller III, Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation (PDF) (2.3 MB) ("Report to The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States: The FBI's Counterterrorism Program Since September 2001") (Apr. 14, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of John S. Pistole, Executive Assistant Director for Counterterrorism and Counterintelligence, Federal Bureau of Investigation (PDF) (Apr. 14, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 12: Reforming Law Enforcement, Counterterrorism, and Intelligence Collection in the United States (PDF) (Apr. 14, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 11: The Performance of the Intelligence Community (PDF) (Apr. 14, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of John Ashcroft, Attorney General of the United States (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Ambassador J. Cofer Black, Former Director, Counterterrorism Center, Central Intelligence Agency (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Thomas J. Pickard, Former Acting Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Janet Reno, Former Attorney General of the United States (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Louis J. Freeh, Former Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 10: Threats and Responses in 2001 (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 9: Law Enforcement, Counterterrorism, and Intelligence Collection in the United States Prior to 9/11 (PDF) (Apr. 13, 2004)
• August 6, 2001 Presidential Daily Briefing: Bin Ladin Determined to Strike in US [PDF version] (Declassified and Approved for Release: Apr. 10, 2004)
• Transcript of Testimony of Dr. Condoleezza Rice [PDF version] (Ninth Public Hearing) (April 8, 2004)
• Opening Remarks of Dr. Condoleezza Rice, National Security Advisor [PDF version] (Remarks prior to testimony before 9-11 Commission) (Apr. 8, 2004)
• Statement of the 9-11 Commission - Media Advisory (PDF) (Apr. 7, 2004)
• Letter from WH Counsel Alberto Gonzalez to 9-11 Commission Re Nat'l Secuirty Advisor Condoleezza Rice's Testimony (PDF) (Mar. 30, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Richard A. Clarke, Former National Coordinator for Counterterrorism, National Security Council (PDF) (Mar. 24, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Samuel R. Berger, Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (PDF) (Mar. 24, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of George J. Tenet, Director of Central Intelligence (PDF) (Mar. 24, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 8: National Policy Coordination (PDF) (Mar. 24, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 7: Intelligence Policy (PDF) (Mar. 24, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Donald H. Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of William S. Cohen, Former Secretary of Defense (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Colin L. Powell, Secretary of State (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Submitted Testimony of Madeleine K. Albright, Former Secretary of State (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 6: The Military (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 5: Diplomacy (PDF) (Mar. 23, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 4: The Four Flights (PDF) (Jan. 27, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 3: The Aviation Security System and the 9/11 Attacks (PDF) (Jan. 27, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 2: Three 9/11 Hijackers: Identification, Watchlisting, and Tracking (PDF) (Jan. 26, 2004)
• Staff Statement No. 1: Entry of the 9/11 Hijackers into the United States (PDF) (Jan. 26, 2004)
• Transcript of First Public Hearing [PDF version] (Apr. 1, 2003)
• Transcript of First Public Hearing [PDF version] (Mar. 31, 2003)
• Law Establishing the Nat'l Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States [PDF version] (Public Law 107-306, Titles I and VI) (Nov. 27, 2002)

Osama bin Laden Video:

• Transcript of Usama Bin Laden Video Tape (PDF) Transcript and annotations independently prepared by George Michael, translator, Diplomatic Language Services; and Dr. Kassem M. Wahba, Arabic Language program coordinator, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University. Dec 13, 2001

The White House:

• Executive Order Establishing Office of Homeland Security Oct 8, 2001
• The Back to Work Relief Package Oct 4, 2001
• Radio Address of the President to the Nation Sep 29, 2001
• Executive Order on Terrorist Financing Blocking Property and Prohibiting Transactions With Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism. Sep 24, 2001
• Address to a Joint Session of Congress and the American People Sep 20, 2001
• Proclamation: Declaration of National Emergency by Reason of Certain Terrorist Attacks Sep 14, 2001
• Executive Order: Ordering the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces to Active Duty And Delegating Certain Authorities to the Secretary of Defense And the Secretary of Transportation Sep 14, 2001
• Proclamation: National Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Terrorist Attacks on September 11, 2001 Sep 13, 2001
• Letter from the President to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Requested $20 billion in FY 2001 emergency appropriations to provide resources to address the terrorist attacks on the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001, and the consequences of such attacks. Sep 12, 2001
• Morning Remarks From President George W. Bush. Sep 12, 2001
• Evening Address to the Nation From President George W. Bush. Sep 11, 2001
• Executive Order 12333 U.S. policy on assasination. Dec. 1981

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• How to Handle Anthrax Threats Oct 12, 2001
• Notice to Readers: Ongoing Investigation of Anthrax From Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Oct 12, 2001
• Public Health Message Regarding Anthrax Case Oct 11, 2001
• Update: Public Health Message Regarding Anthrax Case Oct 7, 2001
• Public Health Message Regarding Anthrax Case Oct 4, 2001
• Facts about Anthrax

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA):

• Director of Central Intelligence George J. Tenet's Statement to CIA Workforce Sep 12, 2001

Congress:

• Joint Inquiry Staff Statement of Eleanor Hill, Staff Director, (Oct. 17, 2002)
• Written Statement for the Record of George J. Tenet, Director of Central Intelligence Before the Joint Inquiry Committee (Oct. 17, 2002)
• Testimony of Robert S. Mueller, Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Before the Joint Inquiry Committee (Oct. 17, 2002)
• Statement for the Record of Lieutenant General Michael V. Hayden, USAF, Director, National Security Agency, Chief, Central Security Service, Before the Joint Inquiry Committee (Oct. 17, 2002)
• The FBI's Handling of the Phoenix Electronic Communication and Investigation of Zacarious Moussaoui Prior to Sept. 11, 2001 Eleanor Hill, Staff Director, Joint Inquiry Staff (Sept. 24, 2002)
• The Intelliegence Community's Knowledge of the September 11 Hijackers Prior to September 11, 2001, Eleanor Hill, Joint Inquiry Staff (Sept. 20, 2002)
• Testimony of Christopher A. Kojm, Deputy for Intelligence Policy and Coordination, Bureau of Intelligence and Research, Dept. of State (Sept. 20, 2002)
• NY FBI Special Agent (Sept. 20, 2002)
• CIA Counterterrorist Center Senior Agent (Sept. 20, 2002)
• Statement of FBI Special Agent Michael Rolince in Charge of Washington Field Office (Sept. 20, 2002)
• Richard Armitage, Deputy Secretary of State (Sept. 19, 2002)
• Paul Wolfowitz, Deputy Secretary of Defense (Sept. 19, 2002)
• Anthony Lake, former National Security Advisor (Sept. 19, 2002)
• Sameuel R. Berger, former National Security Advisor (Sept. 19, 2002)
• Joint Inquiry Staff Statement, Part 1 Eleanor Hill, Staff Director, Joint Inquiry Staff (Sept. 18, 2002)
• Statement of Kristen Breitweiser, Co-Chairperson September 11th Advocates Concerning the Joint 9/11 Inquiry (Sept. 18, 2002)
• Statement of Stephen Push, Treasurer, Families of September 11, Inc. Concerning the Joint 9/11 Inquiry (Sept. 18, 2002)
• Counterterrorism Intelligence Capabilities and Performance Prior to 9-11 (PDF) July 17, 2002
• H. R. 3162: USA PATRIOT Act of 2001 (PDF) Oct 26, 2001
• H. R. 2926: Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act (PDF) Sep 22, 2001
• H. R. 2888: 2001 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Recovery from and Response to Terrorist Attacks on the United States Sep 14, 2001
• S. J. Res. 23: Authorization for Use of Military Force Sep 14, 2001
• S. J. Res. 22 Expressing Sense of the Senate and House Regarding The Terrorist Attacks Against the U.S. (Enrolled Bill) Sep 13, 2001
• H. R. 2882: Public Safety Officer Benefits Bill Sep 13, 2001
• Engrossment, Enrollment, and Presentation of Legislation by Paul S. Rundquist, Specialist in American National Government, Government Division. Covers engrossment, enrollment, and presentation of legislation, which are technical components of the legislative process. Oct 1, 1998.

Congressional Research Service:

• Intelligence Issues for Congress (PDF) By Richard A. Best, Jr., Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division. Sep 12, 2001
• Terrorism, the Future, and U.S. Foreign Policy (PDF) By Raphael F. Perl, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division. Sep 12, 2001
• War Powers Resolution: Presidential Compliance By Richard F. Grimmett, Foreign Affairs, Defense and Trade Division. Sep 11, 2001

Department of Health and Human Services:

• Questions and Answers about Anthrax Prevention and Treatment Oct 10, 2001
• Public Health Message Regarding Anthrax Case Oct 4, 2001

Department of Justice:

• The INS's Contacts With Two September 11 Terrorists: A Review of the INS's Admissions of Mohamed Atta and Marwan Alshehhi, its Processing of their Change of Status Applications, and its Efforts to Track Foreign Students in the United States May 20, 2002
• Guidance for Absconder Apprehension Initiative Jan. 25, 2002
• Memorandum for Heads of Department Components Re: Comprehensive Review and Reorganization of the Department of Justice to Meet Counterterrorism Mission Nov. 8, 2001
• Memorandum for Heads of Department Components Re: Prevention of Acts Threatening Public Safety and National Security Nov. 8, 2001
• Prepared Remarks By Attorney General John Ashcroft Before the Senate Committee on the Judiciary Sep 25, 2001
• Testimony of Attorney General John Ashcroft Before the House Committee on the Judiciary Sep 24, 2001
• Attorney General Ashcroft Outlines Mobilization Against Terrorism Act Sep 24, 2001

Department of State:

• Patterns of Global Terrorism 2001 May 2002
• Myths and Facts: The International Strikes on Terrorists and their Supporters Oct 8, 2001
• Worldwide Caution Public announcement regarding security of Americans overseas. Sep 28, 2001
• Remarks to the Press From Secretary Colin L. Powell. Sep 13, 2001

Department of Transportation:

• Secretary Mineta Re-opens Skies to General Aviation Sep 14, 2001
• Statement from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sep 13, 2001
• Airports to Remain Closed, Mineta Says Sep 12, 2001

Federal Aviation Administration:

• Airport Security Certification List Lists U.S. airports that have met current aviation security requirements.
• Frequently Asked Questions in Response to the Resumption of Commercial Air Service Sep 13, 2001

Federal Bureau of Investigation:

• Most Wanted Terrorists
• Statement of Director Mueller on FBI Investigations into Anthrax Exposures and Suspected Anthrax Exposures Oct 16, 2001
• Image of Letters Sent to NBC in New York and to Senator Daschle's Ofice in Washington D.C. Oct 16, 2001
• Warning of Possible Future Terrorist Attacks Oct 11, 2001
• Inaccurate Reports of Potential Terrorist Attacks Statement of J. T. Caruso, Deputy Assistant Director, Counterterrorism Division. Oct 11, 2001
• 4 Page Handwritten Letter Found in the Luggage of Suspected Hijacker Mohamed Atta (PDF) In Arabic.
• The FBI releases 19 photographs of individuals believed to be the hijackers of the four airliners that crashed on September 11, 2001 Sep 27, 2001
• Press Release Listing the Nineteen Hijackers Aboard the Four Airliners That Crashed on September 11, 2001 Sep 14, 2001

Food and Drug Administration

• Letter to Farmacia Cerati (Italy) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Farmamondo (Switzerland) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to JFW Enterprises (Mexico) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Masters Marketing Company (United Kingdom) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 30, 2001
• Letter to Mediplan Health Consulting, Inc. (Canada) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Rhino Corporate Communications (Canada) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Point Douglas Pharmacy (Canada) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Pharma Group (Portugal) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Pharmacy International, Inc. (Malaysia) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to Mr. Hans-Georg Seiler (New Zealand) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001
• Letter to USA Medicine.com Ltd. (Ireland) re: Sale and Distribution of Ciprofloxacin on Internet Web Site (PDF) Possible violation of 21 USC Sections 331(a), 331(d), 355(a) and 353(b). Oct 31, 2001

State of New York

• Joint Resolution Condeming the Ruthless Acts of Terrorism and Mourning the Tragic Loss of Life and Injury (PDF) Sep 13, 2001

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO):

• What is Article 5? Explains the meaning of Article 5, and the case of the terrorist attacks against the United States.
• Invocation of Article 5 Confirmed Oct 2, 2001
• Statement by NATO Secretary General Lord Robertson Regarding classified briefing by United States on September 11th terrorist attacks. Oct 2, 2001
• NATO and Russian United in Resolve Against Scourge of Terrorism Sep 13, 2001
• Press Statement: Meeting in Extraordinary Session of the NATO-Russia Permanent Joint Council at Ambassadorial LevelNATO and Russia will intensify their cooperation under the Founding Act to defeat terrorism. Sep 13, 2001
• NATO Reaffirms Treaty Commitments in Dealing with Terrorist Attacks Against the U.S. Sep 12, 2001
• Statement by the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council Expressing solidarity with the people of the United States of America. Sep 12, 2001
• Statement by the North Atlantic Council Regarding Article 5 of the Washington Treaty, which states that an armed attack against one shall be considered an attack against all. Sep 12, 2001
• Statement by the Secretary General of NATO Lord Robertson Condemning attack against the United States of America. Sep 11, 2001
• Statement by the North Atlantic Council Expressing solidarity with the United States of America. Sep 11, 2001
• NATO Treaty - Mutual Defense Clause Apr 4, 1949

North American Aerospace Defense Command:

• NORAD's Response Times Features timelines of NORAD's response to the airliner hijackings on September 11, 2001. Sep 18, 2001

South Dakota Department of Health:

• South Dakota Health Alert Network - Inhalation Anthrax Oct 9, 2001

United Kingdom:

• Responsibility for the Terrorist Atrocities in the United States From the Prime Minister. Lists the facts and conclusions reached by United Kingdom government. Oct 4, 2001

United States Postal Service:

• The U.S. Postal Service has had only one confirmed incident of the U.S. Mail being used to transport anthrax bacteria Oct 15, 2001

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission:

• Securities and Exchange Commission Request Relating to Information Pertaining to the Terrorist Attacks Oct 18, 2001
• SEC to Monitor Securities Markets When They Open Monday Sep 16, 2001
• SEC Takes Action to Facilitate Reopening of Fair and Orderly Equities Markets Sep 14, 2001
• Statement by SEC Chairman Harvey L. Pitt Sep 11, 2001

U.S. Treasury:

• Executive Order 13224 and Lists of Terrorists, Terrorist Organizations and Agents Nov 7, 2001
• Treasury Department Releases List of 39 Additional Specially Designated Global Terrorists Oct 12, 2001
• The U.S. Financial System in the Wake of the Attack on the World Trade Center Testimony of Paul O'Neill, Secretary of the Treasury before the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, United States Senate. Sep 20, 2001