Merrick Garland actually said...

I think we are seeing down Trump run up to get the facts that he does not control the justice department.

The department does not take such a decision lightly. Where possible in a standard practice to seek less intrusive means.

First, I personally approved the decision to seek a search warrant in this matter. Second, the department does not take such a decision ligh...

Without fear or favor, under my watch, that is precisely what the Justice Department is doing.