Attorney General Merrick Garland tells lawmakers the Justice Department 'will not be intimidated'

Attorney General Merrick Garland testified before the GOP-led House Judiciary Committee, defending the Department of Justice against accusations of politicization and unfair targeting of Donald Trump. Garland, known for his mild demeanor, took a strong stance, addressing various issues including a state trial allegedly influenced by the DOJ, and the handling of documents related to Trump. He clarified the DOJ's non-involvement in the state case and defended the standard procedures followed in the documents case, emphasizing the integrity of the judicial process.

What was the main focus of Merrick Garland's testimony before the House Judiciary Committee?

• To resign from his position

• To announce a new investigation

• To reject claims of a politicized DOJ

• To discuss new DOJ policies

What was the nature of the trial discussed during Garland's testimony?

• An international case involving multiple countries

• A state case brought by a local DA

• A civil lawsuit against a corporation

• A federal case initiated by the DOJ

Why did Republicans believe the DOJ was involved in the New York trial?

• Because of a former DOJ member's involvement

• Due to direct orders from Merrick Garland

• Because of leaked DOJ documents

• Due to a public statement by the DOJ

How did Garland respond to the claims about the documents case?

• He blamed external influences

• He refused to comment

• He stated it was standard procedure

• He admitted to procedural errors

What was Garland's stance on releasing the audio recordings of the special counsel interview?

• He believed there was no legitimate purpose for release

• He stated they were already public

• He agreed to release them immediately

• He claimed they were lost