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Quotes from Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion — Merrick Garland

born 1952 United States

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I have made clear that the Department of Justice will speak through its court filings and its work.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

I personally approved the decision to seek a search warrant in this matter.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

Faithful adherence to the rule of law is the bedrock principle of the Justice Department and of our democracy. Upholding the rule of law means applying the law evenly, without fear or favor.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

This is all I can say right now. More information will be made available in the appropriate way and at the appropriate time.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

The department did not make any public statements on the day of the search.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

Copies of both the warrant and the FBI property receipt were provided on the day of the search to the former president's counsel, who was on site during the search.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

The department filed the motion to make public the warrant and receipt in light of the former president's public confirmation with the search, the surrounding circumstances and the substantial public interest in this matter.

Remarks on the search of Donald Trump's mansion (2022)

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