AG Garland Asserts President Biden's Cognitive Fitness Amid Scrutiny
Attorney General Merrick Garland defends President Joe Biden's mental capabilities, emphasizing his effective leadership despite criticism from a special counsel report.
- Attorney General Merrick Garland testified before Congress, insisting President Joe Biden shows no signs of cognitive impairment.
- Garland's statements come in response to a report by special counsel Robert Hur, which questioned Biden's memory but did not recommend criminal charges.
- Despite the report's critique, Garland affirmed his 'complete confidence' in Biden's ability to lead, citing his direct observations of Biden's decision-making.
- The debate over Biden's mental fitness intensifies as Garland faces questions from lawmakers, with some Republicans expressing skepticism.
- Garland criticized for not releasing certain materials related to the investigation, claiming it would breach department norms.