Garland Names Special Counsel to Lead Trump Criminal Probes

The transcript discusses the upcoming presidential election, highlighting the candidates, including the sitting president. It explains the appointment of a special counsel to ensure independence and accountability in sensitive matters. The special counsel will investigate potential unlawful interference in the 2020 election and the handling of classified documents. The investigations aim to uphold the law and are separate from ongoing prosecutions related to January 6 events.

What is the primary reason for appointing a special counsel in the context of the upcoming election?

• To support the opposition candidate

• To delay the election process

• To maintain independence and accountability in sensitive matters

• To ensure the sitting president wins the election

What is one of the main focuses of the special counsel's investigation?

• The media coverage of the election

• Interference with the transfer of power after the 2020 election

• The financial status of the candidates

• The health condition of the candidates

Which investigations will remain under the authority of the US Attorney for the District of Columbia?

• Prosecutions of individuals present on Capitol grounds on January 6

• Investigations related to the 2024 election

• Investigations into foreign interference in the election

• Prosecutions of financial crimes

Who has been appointed as the special counsel to oversee the investigations?

• James Comey

• Andrew Weissmann

• Jack Smith

• Robert Mueller

What additional responsibility does the special counsel have besides investigating interference with the 2020 election?

• Overseeing the election campaign

• Investigating classified documents and possible obstruction

• Managing the presidential debates

• Conducting opinion polls