Merrick Garland asserts DOJ treats Republicans and Democrats equally.

U.S. Attorney General‍ Merrick Garland Denies⁢ Wrongdoing, ​Vows ‌to Uphold Justice

In a compelling interview on CBS News’ “60 Minutes,” ‌U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland vehemently refuted accusations‌ of political bias within the Department of Justice. Garland, alongside co-host Scott Pelley, addressed ​the widespread criticism head-on.

One Rule for All

“We do not have‍ one rule for Republicans and another rule for Democrats,” Garland asserted. “We don’t have ‍one rule for foes and another ⁣for friends. We don’t ‍have one rule for the powerful and another for the powerless, ‌for‍ the rich or for the poor, based on ethnicity.⁢ We have only one rule; and that ⁤one⁢ rule is that we follow ‌the ‌facts and the law, and we reach the decisions required by‍ the Constitution, and ⁢we ⁤protect civil liberties.”

Garland acknowledged that he couldn’t discuss the ongoing federal criminal cases involving former President Donald ⁤Trump due to the Department’s policy. He emphasized the importance of protecting⁢ privacy, civil liberties, and the integrity of ⁤investigations.

Nonpartisan Prosecutors

Addressing critics who accused him of timing prosecutions to harm Trump’s⁢ chances in the 2024 election, Garland firmly ​stated, “Well, that’s absolutely not true. Justice Department prosecutors are nonpartisan. They don’t ⁢allow partisan considerations to⁣ play any role in ⁢their determinations.”

Garland also‍ made ​it clear that he‍ maintains no communication ‌with President‌ Joe Biden or anyone else in the administration regarding the cases involving Trump.​ When asked what he⁣ would do if Biden requested action, ‌Garland asserted his commitment to integrity.

Commitment to Integrity

“I am sure that that will not happen, but I would not do ⁢anything in that regard,” Garland affirmed. “And if necessary, I would resign. But there is no sense‍ that anything like that will happen.”

The segment further highlighted that‌ President⁤ Biden⁤ himself faces a criminal investigation by a special counsel regarding his handling of classified materials. Additionally, Hunter Biden, the ⁣President’s son, currently faces federal gun ‌charges and remains under ​investigation for other business matters.

Garland assured that the results of the special counsel’s report would be made public to the extent permitted ​by law, providing transparency and accountability.

Transparency and Accountability

“Usually, the special counsels have testified at the end of their reports, and I expect that that will be the case​ here,” Garland stated confidently.

With unwavering determination, Garland’s interview shed light on his commitment to upholding justice,⁣ impartiality, and the rule of law.

How does U.S. Attorney General Garland emphasize ‍the independence of the Department ‍of Justice from political⁣ influences?

Ismiss the​ perception of‌ bias that ​some have, but he emphasized that decisions made by the Department of Justice are grounded in facts and the‌ law, not political motives. “I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say, ‘If the Department of Justice does not bring the case that ⁣I think it should⁣ bring, it must be because the Department is politically biased.’ That is‌ simply not true,” Garland stated.

Furthermore, Garland emphasized the ‌importance of the Department ⁣of Justice’s independence⁢ from political influences. “The essence of rule of⁤ law is‌ that like cases be treated alike,” he explained. “It​ doesn’t matter what⁤ the political views of the people in the Department ⁤of​ Justice are…We can never ⁣be influenced by politics or political ⁣considerations.” He added that the Department’s decisions are made based on the law, the facts, and the ⁤evidence presented.

When ‍asked about former⁢ President Trump’s claims of election fraud in the ‌2020 ​election, Garland reiterated‍ that the Department of Justice‌ reviewed these claims thoroughly and found no evidence to support them. He reaffirmed ‌the Department’s commitment to protecting the ⁣integrity of elections and ensuring that every vote is counted.

In addressing concerns about the politicization ⁣of the Department of Justice, Garland expressed his commitment to upholding the values‌ ​​of justice and​ the rule of law. “Our job⁣ is to protect the rights and the safety of ⁤the people of the United States, and we’re gonna do it without ⁢fear or favor,” ​he said.

Garland also discussed the recent efforts by some states to pass restrictive voting laws, stating that the ⁣Department of ‍Justice will review these laws‍ to ensure they do not violate any federal laws or constitutional rights.​ He emphasized the importance of access to voting and the need to combat any attempts to limit people’s‌ ability to exercise their rights.

Throughout the interview, Garland remained steadfast in his commitment ‍to upholding‍ justice and invigorating public confidence in the Department of Justice. “We want to make sure that all Americans know that we are​ doing our job with the highest integrity,” ⁤he declared.

Garland’s interview on “60 Minutes” served⁤ as a strong rebuttal to the accusations of political bias within the Department ⁢of Justice. As the⁢ U.S. Attorney General, Garland’s words and actions carry significant weight in⁤ shaping the course of justice in the country. His unwavering ⁣dedication⁤ to⁤ adhering‍ to the ‌rule of law and protecting⁤ civil liberties will undoubtedly cement ⁣his legacy as a defender of ⁤justice.