Barr Says The President's Tweets Make His Job 'Impossible'

Barr Says The President's Tweets Make His Job 'Impossible'

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In an ABC interview, Barr expressed frustration over constant commentary affecting his DOJ role, particularly after Trump's tweets on Roger Stone's sentencing. The DOJ argued the initial sentence recommendation was excessive, leaving the final decision to the court. Barr emphasized DOJ's independence, stating he won't be influenced by external pressures, including the President. Despite Barr's comments, the White House was reportedly unbothered. Barr is set to testify before the House Judiciary Committee regarding Stone's sentencing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Barr express in his interview with ABC regarding the President's tweets?

He supported the President's tweets.

He felt the tweets made his job difficult.

He found the tweets helpful.

He ignored the tweets.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial prison sentence recommendation for Roger Stone?

Nine to eleven years

Seven to nine years

Five to seven years

Three to five years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the federal prosecutors take after the President's remarks on Twitter?

They increased the sentence recommendation.

They ignored the remarks.

They withdrew from the case.

They filed a new case.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Barr say about the influence of external pressures on the DOJ?

He would be influenced by Congress.

He would be influenced by the President.

He would be influenced by newspaper editorials.

He would not be influenced by anyone.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Barr expected to discuss in his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee?

The President's tweets

The sentencing of Roger Stone

The DOJ's budget

His resignation