Senator Flake on role of Attorney General after Trump Twitter criticism

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.

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

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

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

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

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