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."

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

"Faithful adherence to the rule of law is the bedrock principle of the Justice Department and of our democracy. Upholding the rule of law means applying the law evenly without fear or favor."