Garland's mission to calm the waters and restore the department's reputation for independence faced backlash, leaving him criticized from both sides of the political spectrum.
Those on the right accused prosecutors of going too easy on Hunter Biden, while Democrats argued Garland was too lenient on Trump following the Capitol riot.
Garland hoped to turn down the volume on public discourse about the Justice Department, but he is leaving with his legacy under siege from all sides.
With Trump suggesting a vengeful approach towards his perceived enemies, Garland's tenure encapsulates the challenges of maintaining justice department integrity in a politically charged environment.
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