Sessions Recuses Himself From Russia Inquiry

The transcript discusses the evaluation of ethics and recusal rules, leading to a decision-making process where staff recommended recusal due to campaign involvement. An official announcement was made to recuse from any investigations related to the presidential campaigns. The announcement clarified that it should not confirm or deny any investigation's existence. The speaker concludes by affirming the decision as proper and in line with the Department of Justice's procedures.

What was the main focus of the meeting set on Monday?

• To discuss the rules of ethics

• To announce a new investigation

• To finalize a decision on recusal

• To evaluate campaign strategies

Why did the speaker's staff recommend recusal?

• Due to lack of experience

• Because of involvement with the campaign

• To avoid media scrutiny

• To focus on other investigations

What does the speaker's recusal specifically pertain to?

• Matters related to the Trump campaign

• Future political campaigns

• All legal matters

• Personal legal issues

How should the recusal announcement be interpreted?

• As neither confirmation nor denial of an investigation

• As a routine procedure

• As confirmation of an investigation

• As a denial of any wrongdoing

What is the Department of Justice's stance on confirming investigations?

• They resist confirming or denying investigations

• They confirm only high-profile investigations

• They always confirm investigations

• They deny all investigations