Garland Defends DOJ, Trump Vows Overhaul

Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered a speech condemning attacks and conspiracy theories aimed at the Department of Justice (DOJ), emphasizing the department's commitment to impartiality and non-partisanship. Amid accusations from Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, that the DOJ is being used as a political weapon, Garland vowed to protect the department's independence and integrity. He highlighted an escalation in threats against DOJ employees and reassured them that their work would not be influenced by political pressure. Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democrat turned Trump ally, mocked Garland's statements, alleging that the DOJ has been politicized for years. Trump has responded by promising to overhaul the DOJ if re-elected, accusing it of prosecuting him for political purposes. Garland did not mention Trump directly but reinforced that the rule of law remains the foundation of the US government.