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On the recordJuly 11, 2016
You are the chief law enforcement officer of the United States, and the final decision regarding the prosecution is yours.
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Bob Goodlatte
Republican · Virginia

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Goodlatte emphasizes the Attorney General's responsibility in prosecution decisions.

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