Attorney General Merrick Garland criticized the conspiracy theories targeting the Justice Department, stating that they are dangerous to democracy and personnel, emphasizing the importance of public trust in the judicial process.
Garland highlighted threats from House Republicans to defund specific Department investigations, such as the special counsel's prosecution of former President Trump, attributing these attacks to attempts at undermining trust in the justice system.
Garland noted that the conspiracy theories being spread aim to erode public confidence in the judicial process itself, citing false claims suggesting Justice Department control over local cases, emphasizing decisions are based solely on facts and law.
By sharing the example of a California man convicted of threatening violence against the FBI linked to DOJ actions, Garland underscored the real-life danger posed by unfounded attacks on Justice Department employees, calling them a threat to safety.
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