Garland Defends Memo Meant To Combat Violence Against School Officials

Attorney General Garland defended his decision to issue a memo urging the Justice Department to collaborate with local law enforcement to protect school officials from threats and violence at school board meetings. This action followed a request from the National School Board Association due to disruptions over COVID mandates and critical race theory. Garland appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee to justify the memo, emphasizing the Justice Department's duty to safeguard public officials. Despite his defense, some Senate Republicans have called for his resignation, criticizing his actions as disgraceful.

What prompted Attorney General Garland to send a memo to the Justice Department?

• A Supreme Court ruling

• A new federal law

• A directive from the President

• A request from the National School Board Association

What were some of the issues causing disruptions at school board meetings?

• School lunch programs

• COVID vaccine mandates and mask policies

• Standardized testing procedures

• Budget cuts and teacher layoffs

How did Garland justify the memo during his Senate Judiciary Committee appearance?

• By discussing budgetary concerns

• By emphasizing the need for educational reform

• By highlighting threats and violence against school officials

• By citing a new law

What is the Justice Department's obligation according to Garland?

• To enforce educational policies

• To protect the American people, including public officials

• To manage school board meetings

• To oversee local law enforcement

What was the reaction of at least two Senate Republicans to Garland's actions?

• They called for his resignation

• They praised his efforts

• They requested more information

• They proposed a new bill