Law Enforcement Needs Cooperation of Social Media Companies, Former Federal Prosecutor Says

The transcript discusses Robert Mueller's decision not to recommend prosecution for obstruction of justice against the President, citing Justice Department policy on indicting a sitting president. It explores hypothetical scenarios of prosecution if the subject were a civilian and examines Attorney General Barr's stance on cooperation. The transcript also highlights Russian interference in U.S. elections and the role of social media in amplifying discord, suggesting increased education and monitoring to prevent future issues.

Why did Robert Mueller not recommend prosecution for obstruction of justice against the President?

• Mueller believed the President was innocent.

• The Justice Department policy prohibits indicting a sitting president.

• The President cooperated fully with the investigation.

• There was insufficient evidence against the President.

What was Attorney General Barr's argument regarding the President's intent?

• There was circumstantial evidence contradicting corrupt intent.

• The President's actions were consistent with obstruction.

• The President refused to cooperate with the investigation.

• The President had a corrupt intent.

What was one of the reasons the special counsel did not charge Donald Trump Jr.?

• He fully cooperated with the investigation.

• There was no evidence of conspiracy.

• He did not know he was violating the law.

• He was found to have acted willfully.

What is one action law enforcement can take to prevent future election interference?

• Increase education for candidates on foreign interference.

• Rely solely on social media companies.

• Reduce monitoring of social media.

• Ignore foreign communications.

What did the Department of Justice do to address foreign interference?

• Increased its FARA unit's capabilities.

• Ignored the issue.

• Relied on social media companies.

• Reduced its FARA unit.

What role did social media play in the Russian interference according to the report?

• It was used to amplify political and social discord.

• It was not mentioned in the report.

• It helped prevent interference.

• It was fully cooperative with law enforcement.

What is necessary for social media companies to help protect future elections?

• Reducing monitoring efforts.

• Ignoring suspicious activities.

• Cooperation with law enforcement and tech solutions.

• Complete independence from law enforcement.