Senator Flake on role of Attorney General after Trump Twitter criticism

Senator Flake on role of Attorney General after Trump Twitter criticism

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Social Studies, History, Political Science

11th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses concerns about a deliberate effort to undermine American justice, potentially leading to the firing of key legal figures. It emphasizes the President's right to appoint an Attorney General but warns against using the position for personal protection or political gain. The Attorney General's role is to uphold justice based on evidence and truth, not to serve the President's personal interests.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is suggested as a deliberate program to weaken American justice?

Firing key legal figures like the Attorney General

Strengthening the independence of the judiciary

Increasing funding for legal institutions

Promoting transparency in government

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is true about the President's power to appoint an Attorney General?

The President cannot appoint an Attorney General

The President can choose an Attorney General with whom he is compatible

The President's choice must be approved by the Supreme Court

The President can appoint anyone without any restrictions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is NOT a role of the Attorney General?

To ensure justice is served impartially

To maintain the independence of the Justice Department

To uphold the law based on evidence and truth

To act as the President's personal lawyer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Attorney General?

To protect the President from damaging facts

To favor outcomes that benefit the President

To ensure justice is served based on evidence

To direct investigations based on political motivations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should the Attorney General avoid doing?

Maintaining the integrity of the Justice Department

Ensuring investigations are evidence-based

Turning the power of justice onto the President's enemies

Upholding the law impartially