DOJ shields Attorney General Garland from contempt of Congress

SOURCE abcnews.go.com
The DOJ says it shields Attorney General Garland from contempt of Congress by asserting executive privilege over the audio of President Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur. The move is seen as a way to protect the Department from improper political influence and maintain independence in law enforcement work.

Key Points

  • DOJ asserts executive privilege over audio of Biden's interview with special counsel
  • Republicans seeking to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress
  • DOJ argues disclosing the audio would set a problematic precedent for future cooperation
  • Biden's handling of classified documents under scrutiny but no criminal charges recommended

Pros

  • Protects the Department from improper political influence
  • Maintains independence in law enforcement work

Cons

  • May be seen as obstructing Congressional oversight