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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.

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

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Trust that justice will be done in our courts without prejudice or partisanship is what, in a large part, distinguishes this country from others.

Remarks by Judge Garland upon nomination to Supreme Court of the United States (2016)

People must be confident that a judge’s decisions are determined by the law, and only the law.

Remarks by Judge Garland upon nomination to Supreme Court of the United States (2016)

I think there is no greater job anybody can have than having been a prosecutor.

Confirmation hearing on nomination to United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1995)

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)

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