"I think that making the assault weapons ban permanent would be something that would be permitted under Heller."
"If I could perhaps submit an answer to you in writing after I have had an opportunity to think about that."
"See, given the knowledge that I have about other techniques and what I've heard from retired admirals, generals, and FBI agents, there are other ways, in a timely fashion, that you can get information..."
"the Department of Justice would continue to aggressively enforce the law against the forms of Internet gambling that DOJ considers illegal."
"Congressional oversight of Justice Department activities is obviously very important, and I will respect Congress' role."
"I can make those pledges both to ensure that people are given the opportunity to blow the whistle and they will not be retaliated against."
"I agree with you that there has to be, to the extent possible, unambiguous direction given to our people in the field."
"I did not agree, I do not agree with the decision with respect to that pardon."
"the duty of the Justice Department is to defend statutes that have been passed by Congress, unless there is some very compelling reason not to."
"I think one component of it, at least as I understand it--you can correct me if I am wrong--was that for an initial--the first time a person comes across, I don't think they are jailed."
"I sent corrupt public officials from both parties to jail."