Rosenstein Has Been on Shaky Ground With Trump, Ex-Attorney Guy Lewis Says

The transcript discusses the potential resignation of Rod Rosenstein and the implications for the Justice Department's order of succession. It highlights Noel Francisco's role as the next in line and explores his background, including potential conflicts of interest due to his association with Jones Day, a firm that has represented President Trump. The conversation draws historical parallels to the 1973 incident involving Elliot Richardson and Robert Bork. It also examines President Trump's stance on the Mueller investigation and the possible outcomes if Mueller were to be fired, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of such actions.

Who is next in line to oversee the Mueller investigation if Rod Rosenstein resigns?

• Robert Bork

• Elliot Richardson

• Noel Francisco

• William Ruckelshaus

What potential conflict of interest is associated with Noel Francisco?

• His opposition to the Mueller investigation

• His involvement in the Watergate scandal

• His partnership at a firm representing President Trump

• His previous work with the Clinton Foundation

What was Noel Francisco's stance on appointing a special counsel during the Bush administration?

• He was not involved

• He supported it

• He recommended against it

• He was indifferent

Which historical event is compared to the current situation involving the Justice Department?

• The impeachment of Bill Clinton

• The Iran-Contra affair

• The Watergate scandal

• The firing of US attorneys in 2007

What is the potential impact of firing key figures in the Justice Department?

• It could lead to a more efficient investigation

• It might result in uncharted waters for the department

• It would have no significant impact

• It would automatically end the Mueller investigation