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Merrick Garland exits with his record under scrutiny and the Justice Department bracing for upheaval

  • Merrick Garland is leaving the Justice Department amid scrutiny of his record and political pressures from both sides regarding his handling of investigations into Donald Trump and Hunter Biden.
  • Garland's tenure included overseeing significant investigations, including the Capitol riot, and restoring morale within the department after turmoil under Trump.
  • Critics from the right accuse Garland of being too lenient on Hunter Biden, while Democrats argue he did not act swiftly enough against Trump after the January 6 riot.
  • In his farewell address, Garland emphasized the importance of pursuing justice over politics, stating, 'You have worked to pursue justice – not politics.
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Merrick Garland exits with his record under scrutiny and DOJ bracing for upheaval

Attorney General Merrick Garland came in with a mission to calm the waters at the Justice Department and restore its reputation for independence after four turbulent years during Donald Trump's presidency.

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Merrick Garland exits with his record under scrutiny and the Justice Department bracing for upheaval

Attorney General Merrick Garland came in with a mission to calm the waters at the Justice Department and restore its reputation for independence after four turbulent years during Donald Trump's

·United States
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