Posted 2/14/2024, 8:00:01 AM
Garland faces criticism over handling of Biden probe, future as AG uncertain
- Merrick Garland facing mounting criticism over his handling of Biden classified documents probe, unlikely to serve second term
- Appointment of Robert Hur as special counsel seen as attempt to appear impartial but has backfired
- Hur's report called Biden's memory into question and used unnecessary ad hominem attacks
- Garland criticized for releasing full report without redactions, violating fairness principles
- Leading legal scholars say Garland bent over backwards to avoid appearing pro-Biden, damaging his credibility