On the recordJuly 25, 2022
The reason there is this speculation and uncertainty is that some fundamental tenet of what we do as prosecutors and investigators, is to do it outside of the public eye.
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transcripts.cnn.comThe reason there is this speculation and uncertainty is that some fundamental tenet of what we do as prosecutors and investigators, is to do it outside of the public eye.
Merrick Garland explains the need for confidentiality in investigations to protect civil liberties and ensure integrity.
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