Barr Pushes Back On Claims He Ordered Police To Clear Protesters

The transcript discusses the clearance of protesters from Lafayette Park by federal police, which was ordered to facilitate a photo opportunity for President Trump and other leaders at a nearby church. The event was criticized due to the use of smoke bombs and pepper balls on a peaceful crowd. Attorney General Barr stated there was no link between the protest dispersal and the photo op, although he supported the clearance due to crowd control concerns.

What action by federal police agencies led to criticism?

• Clearing protesters from Lafayette Park

• Providing security for a parade

• Blocking media coverage

• Arresting protest leaders

What was the purpose of President Trump's walk to the church?

• For a photo opportunity

• To attend a service

• To meet with church leaders

• To deliver a speech

What did Barr say about the connection between the protest dispersal and the president's church visit?

• There was a direct connection

• There was no connection

• It was a coincidence

• It was planned together

Who claimed it was Barr's decision to disperse the crowd?

• Kayleigh Mcenany

• President Trump

• The Associated Press

• Gage Jackson

What was Barr's concern regarding the growing crowd?

• It would become violent

• It would block traffic

• It would be harder to disperse

• It would attract more media