Biden Is Angry That Garland Didn’t Prosecute Trump More Aggressively

President Joe Biden has privately expressed frustration with Attorney General Merrick Garland’s approach to prosecuting President-elect Donald Trump, according to reports. Biden reportedly regrets appointing Garland, believing that a different attorney general might have pursued charges against Trump more swiftly.

Sources indicate that Biden is dissatisfied with the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) perceived sluggishness in addressing Trump’s alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and mishandling of classified documents. Some Democrats share this sentiment, suggesting that earlier legal action could have led to politically impactful trials before the 2024 election.

Additionally, Biden is reportedly unhappy with the DOJ’s aggressive investigation into his son, Hunter Biden. These concerns have contributed to Biden’s belief that Garland may not have been the optimal choice for attorney general.

The decision to appoint Garland was influenced by advisers who viewed his judicial background as a means to depoliticize the DOJ. However, the subsequent pace of investigations into Trump has led to internal criticism and second-guessing within the administration.

It’s important to note that while the DOJ has pursued various cases related to Trump, including those concerning the events of January 6, 2021, and the handling of classified materials, legal processes and judicial decisions have contributed to delays in bringing these cases to trial.

As the administration reflects on these developments, discussions about the DOJ’s independence and the complexities of prosecuting a former president continue to shape internal and public discourse.