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Merrick Garland: Based on recent developments, including the former President's announcement that he is a candidate for President in the…

On the recordNovember 17, 2022
Based on recent developments, including the former President's announcement that he is a candidate for President in the next election, and the sitting President stated intention to be a candidate as well, I have concluded that it is in the public interest to appoint a Special Counsel.
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Merrick Garland
Democratic · District of Columbia

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Merrick Garland explains the rationale for appointing a Special Counsel due to the former President's candidacy and ongoing investigations.

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