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The most destabilizing act in recent years was Attorney General Garland's decision to criminally prosecute a former president based on questionable facts and untested legal theories. This unprecedented move occurred after the former president announced his candidacy against Garland's boss. Such actions could encourage ambitious prosecutors to target political opponents, potentially leading to charges against President Biden's associates. It's crucial to identify and remove those who misuse their power while promoting fairness and evidence-based actions. The focus should be on restoring legitimacy to the Department of Justice and resisting the temptation for retaliatory measures.

"This is nothing more than a continuation of the president's desperate weaponization of our justice system." "These charges are baseless, and the president's own public statements make clear that his only goal is political retribution at any cost." "His decision to fire a United States Attorney who refused to bring charges against me and replace them with someone who is blindly loyal not to the law, but to the president is antithetical to the bedrock principles of our country." "I stand strongly behind my office's litigation against the Trump Organization. We conducted a two year investigation based on the facts and evidence, not politics." "Judges have upheld the trial court's finding that Donald Trump, his company, and his two sons are liable for fraud." "We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights."

I will challenge this illegitimate president when our rights are at stake. The President can be indicted for criminal offenses. He threatens our rights daily. We must focus on Donald Trump, his abuses, and follow his money. We need to uncover any money laundering or conspiracy. The days of Donald Trump are ending. As Attorney General, I will sue him, defend your rights, and go home.

As a former naval officer, I believe that if I had done what Hillary Clinton did, I would have faced immediate court martial. The lack of prosecutorial zeal and the delegation of the investigation to her own aides was a complete joke. This imbalance in the justice system needs to be rectified when I become President. Additionally, the Garland Justice Department turned a blind eye to the violation of federal law when crazed individuals threatened Supreme Court justices at their homes. If the protesters were in front of liberal justices' homes, action would have been taken swiftly.

To address the climate crisis, there was a question about the Hunter Biden investigation. The inquiry focused on whether the administration has sought or received favorable treatment from the Department of Justice regarding any investigations involving the president, his administration, family, or former President Trump. The response emphasized that the Department of Justice operates independently and that the president respects the rule of law, a principle he has upheld since before taking office.

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president's desperate weaponization of our justice system. These charges are baseless, and the president's own public statements make clear that his only goal is political retribution at any cost. The president's actions are a grave violation of our constitutional order and have drawn sharp criticism from members of both parties. His decision to fire a United States Attorney who refused to bring charges against me and replace them with someone who was blindly loyal not to the law, but to the president is antithetical to the bedrock principles of our country. I stand strongly behind my office's litigation against the Trump Organization. Judges have upheld the trial court's finding that Donald Trump, his company, and his two sons are liable for fraud.

I'm frustrated with Merrick Garland using the Department of Justice for political purposes instead of impartially enforcing the law. It's time to stop complaining and take action. I'm announcing that I will hold all Department of Justice nominees accountable, because Garland will use them to harass political opponents. We need to halt this department until Garland promises to do his job and stop targeting political adversaries. Donald Trump is just one example. We've seen Catholic fathers harassed for pro-life activism, while violent criminals walk free after the 2020 riots. Harassing Christian parents while letting criminals go is pure politics, not justice. Let's slow down this department until Garland changes course and does his job correctly.

On election day, imagine heading to the polls while Donald Trump, convicted of felonies, won't be able to vote. If we deny reality as a party, we'll end up with four more years of Joe Biden. When my colleagues supported Trump even if he was a felon, they confirmed his lies to the American people. Timidity in taking on Trump will be sensed by others like Xi, Putin, the Ayatollah, border cruisers, and criminals in our streets, who will take advantage of this failure of leadership. We need to embrace the old American idea that every person, including the president, is responsible for their own conduct. As president, I will work for the people, earning their trust and votes. Thank you, governor.

Rudy Giuliani has suggested the possibility of pardoning himself, claiming he has that authority, though it hasn't been tested in court. This raises concerns about the precedent it sets and how it affects perceptions of justice in the nation. The justice department will operate independently, and I won't dictate their actions or prosecutions. The people I appoint to lead the department will have the autonomy to make decisions on prosecutions. In our administration, we will not adopt a similar approach to pardons.

All statements taken out of context misrepresent my 16 years of service. Those suggesting otherwise are spreading false information. If confirmed as FBI director, my focus will be on creating a de-weaponized and de-politicized law enforcement system. The priority will be strict adherence to the Constitution and maintaining a singular standard of justice.

We have witnessed the government, particularly the Department of Justice, being weaponized against law-abiding Americans exercising their constitutional rights, such as Catholics practicing their faith, parents attending school board meetings, and peaceful protesters outside abortion clinics. As attorney general, I will put an end to this weaponization. Targeting parents at school board meetings and sending informants into churches must stop. Additionally, branding parents as domestic terrorists or attempting to incarcerate political opponents must also cease. This is the response I was hoping to hear.

We will challenge this illegitimate president and focus on Donald Trump. Investigating his finances fuels my determination. As the attorney general, I sue him regularly.

The Justice Department is vital to democracy, ensuring investigations are fair and free from political influence. Protecting sensitive investigations is crucial. Despite attacks, we remain committed to following the law. The pace of justice system trials is out of our control. Thank you, everyone.

I've put an end to the weaponization of government. A prime example of this was when a sitting president was allowed to viciously prosecute a political opponent, like myself. But how did that turn out? Not too good. Not too good at all.

The speaker emphasizes that the Department of Justice should not be politicized, echoing the president's previous statements. They are asked about convincing Americans to trust the department's independence and fairness, despite Donald Trump's repeated attacks. The speaker asserts that they have never influenced the department's decisions and expresses frustration with the situation. The transcript ends with a question about lying to the public and a strong reaction.

I will sue Donald Trump as the next attorney general because he is an illegitimate president. I believe he should be charged with obstructing justice and can be indicted for criminal offenses. I will challenge him and defend your rights every day. The days of Donald Trump are coming to an end.

I will reform the DOJ to investigate radical prosecutors who enforce the law in a biased and illegal manner. I will protect police officers from being targeted by the radical left for taking strong action against crime. We need to address the crime issue in our country and improve the poorly managed capital, which is currently plagued by rats, graffiti, and violence. Just this week, three people were shot, and even parks have become unsafe due to tents and homelessness.

I served as a prosecutor for 18 years. There’s no basis for the suggestion that I would start with a name and then look for a crime; I have never done that, and my former colleagues would support this. As attorney general, I have no intention of doing so either. Thank you for your time today. While I believe you will be confirmed, I suggest that a good way to foster unity is by responding to Grassley's letters. Addressing this issue will be important, as he is persistent in seeking answers. Thank you, senator.

The speaker emphasizes that the Department of Justice should not be politicized. This stance has been consistently expressed by the president during the campaign and throughout his time in the White House.

"No matter the threats, I'm not backing down." "It is sad, telling, and downright dangerous that simply stating a bedrock principle of American law caused the president, our commander in chief, to threaten violence against me and to weaponize the Department of Justice against me." "I served at the Department of Justice." "I know that federal prosecutors have more control over the life and liberty of the American people than any other peacetime force." "I know that when these powers are used for good, they make us the more perfect union." "And I know that when these awesome powers are abused, when they are used to punish political opponents, to seek retribution, to do a president's personal bidding, there's nothing more dangerous in this country." "My message is clear. I took an oath to this constitution, and I intend to keep it." "I will never give up the ship."

Speaker 1 notes that there are thousands of ongoing investigations and prosecutions in the country, and that some involve people and entities the president has previously criticized and believes should be investigated. He says this is not pressure and will not keep him up at night, except to ensure every case is investigated to the fullest extent of the law using all available resources. Regarding weaponization, he argues that it has become a contested word, but says it means nothing to him because it is “completely false.” He contends that for four years, some in the room witnessed weaponization of the department like never before, with a president indicted four times by the department, and with the department assisting two local district attorneys in going after the president. He also asserts the department stood idly by while states tried to keep President Trump off the ballot. He emphasizes that the past four years saw this pattern, and insists that today’s department is changing, not pursuing political enemies but pursuing justice as the president has repeatedly said he wants. He acknowledges the ongoing media narrative about weaponization but rejects it, stating it happens not to be true. He emphasizes that tens of thousands of prosecutors across the country are putting bad guys in jail, something that, in his view, did not happen as it should have in the past four years. He concludes by reiterating his commitment to continue this work, saying it will happen tomorrow and in the coming days.

You mentioned that the White House will not interfere, but the incoming president believes he can direct the Justice Department. If he suggests investigating a political enemy, would you comply? I wish we could have discussed this in a meeting. It's essential for the attorney general to remain independent. While I haven't heard the president make such a request, I recognize that many Americans have lost faith in the DOJ. If confirmed, my priority will be to restore integrity to the department and ensure justice is served fairly. Let's move on to your current responsibilities as attorney general.

A prosecutor should begin with a crime and then seek a name, not the other way around. The issue over the past four years has been the targeting of Donald Trump, starting from his 2016 campaign, leading to numerous investigations against him. As attorney general, I will not politicize the office or target individuals based on political affiliation. Justice will be applied fairly across the country. We need to unite and move forward; otherwise, we risk losing our country.

President Trump is reportedly considering a series of preemptive pardons. This raises concerns about the precedent it sets and how it affects the perception of the U.S. as a nation of laws. In our administration, we will not adopt this approach to pardons or make policy decisions through social media. Our focus will be on a fundamentally different approach to the justice system.

The corruption and weaponization of our justice system pose a severe threat to American freedom. As president, I will prioritize restoring fairness and equality under the law by appointing U.S. attorneys who oppose the current trend of selective enforcement by certain district attorneys. We will investigate these officials for potential violations of federal civil rights laws and hold them accountable. A federal inquiry will also be launched into the prosecution of individuals defending themselves against threats. Additionally, we will address the use of police tactics against conservatives and reform the legal profession to protect conservative lawyers. Our legal system, a cornerstone of Western civilization, must be preserved from radical influences. Thank you.