In a recent article for RealClearPolitics, Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz highlights the stark contrast between the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) current leadership and that of the previous administration. Gaetz, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, paints a picture of a DOJ that has lost its way under the leadership of Attorney General Merrick Garland.
Gaetz begins by describing Garland’s recent “pep rally” at the DOJ, where he addressed employees and praised their work. But instead of inspiring and motivating his team, Gaetz argues that Garland’s words only served to highlight the failures of the current administration.
The congressman points out that Garland’s speech was full of platitudes and empty promises, with no mention of the pressing issues facing the DOJ. He notes that Garland failed to address the ongoing crisis at the southern border, the rise in violent crime across the country, or the need for police reform. Instead, Garland focused on praising the DOJ’s work in the aftermath of the January 6th Capitol riot, a topic that has been heavily politicized and used to attack Trump and his supporters.
Gaetz argues that Garland’s failure to address these critical issues is a clear indication that the DOJ is more concerned with partisan politics than upholding the rule of law. He points out that under the leadership of former Attorney General William Barr, the DOJ made significant strides in combatting violent crime and restoring law and order to our nation’s cities. But under Garland, the DOJ has become a tool for the Biden administration to push their radical agenda.
The congressman also takes issue with Garland’s decision to prioritize investigating and prosecuting parents who speak out against critical race theory in schools. He argues that this is a clear violation of free speech and an attempt to silence parents and stifle their concerns. Gaetz points out that this is just another example of the DOJ’s politicization and its departure from its core mission of upholding the Constitution and protecting the rights of all Americans.
Gaetz then goes on to highlight the stark contrast between Garland and former Attorney General Barr. He praises Barr’s commitment to the rule of law and his unwavering support for law enforcement. The congressman notes that Barr’s leadership was instrumental in bringing about historic peace deals in the Middle East, combating the opioid crisis, and holding China accountable for its human rights abuses.
In contrast, Gaetz argues that Garland’s DOJ has become a “weapon of the woke left” and is more concerned with appeasing the radical elements of the Democratic Party than upholding the values and principles that make America great. He points out that Garland’s DOJ has already taken steps to undo the progress made under Barr, such as halting the investigation into the origins of the Russia collusion hoax and dropping charges against former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe.
In conclusion, Gaetz asserts that Garland’s DOJ pep rally was nothing more than a sad attempt to hide the failures and politicization of the department. He argues that the American people deserve better and calls on the DOJ to return to its core mission of upholding the rule of law and protecting the rights of all citizens. The congressman reminds readers that it was Trump’s unwavering commitment to law and order that won him the debate and the hearts of millions of Americans. And as we look to the future, it is clear that the only way to continue this progress is to reject the radical agenda of the left and stand behind leaders who will put the American people first.
