Merrick Garland actually said...

"Upholding the rule of law means applying the law evenly without fear or favor. Under my watch, that is precisely what the Justice Department is doing. All Americans are entitled to the evenhanded appl..."

"I am concerned about the rhetoric I have been hearing. It endangers the men and women who are simply doing their job of keeping this country safe."

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

"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. I will not..."