AG Garland Faces Scrutiny in Trump Search Warrant Decision

House GOP Votes to Hold Garland in Contempt

Attorney General Denounces 'Unprecedented Attacks'

WASHINGTON, DC - Attorney General Merrick Garland is facing intensa scrutiny after personally approving the Federal Bureau of Investigation's search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence on August 8. The unprecedented action has ignited a political firestorm, with Republicans accusing Garland of weaponizing law enforcement against a political opponent.

The House Judiciary Committee, under Republican control, voted 23 to 19 on Wednesday to hold Garland in contempt for refusing to produce audio recordings of President Joe Biden's communication with senior Justice Department officials related to the decision.

During a contentious hearing before the committee, Garland defended his actions, stating that he had "acted appropriately" and "in accordance with the law." He rebuked Republicans for their "unprecedented attacks" on the Justice Department, accusing them of "trying to undermine the rule of law."

The investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents has become increasingly contentious, with both Democrats and Republicans weighing in on the legality of the search warrant and the potential impact on the upcoming 2024 presidential election.