The motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis is denied, and the petition for a writ of mandamus is dismissed. See Rule 39.8.

DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 3/29/2019.

Waiver of right of respondent to respond filed.

Petition for a writ of mandamus and motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis filed. (Response due March 4, 2019)

Adem Albra, Petitioner, pro se

United States, Respondent, represented by Noel J. Francisco