“We must ensure that full weight is accorded to separation-of-powers concerns moving forward.”

“Our job is to represent the American people.”

They allege there is a “stark contrast.”

“We have a growing fear of domestic violent extremism and domestic terrorism.”

Breonna Taylor was killed in her home last year during a search by Louisville police officers.

“We are looking forward to continuing the conversation and collaborative relationship between the Justice Department and sheriffs.”

“So moving on is moving on.”

The bipartisan tally in the Democratic-led Senate was 70-30.

He drew the support of the committee’s Democrats while seven Republicans voted no.

Garland has garnered support among both Democrats and Republicans.

“We’re going to do something new here.”

'I haven't thought about that question. Uh, uh, I just haven't thought about that question,' said Merrick Garland, Biden's pick for attorney general.

Things got emotional during the hearing.

“Based on your review of the Horowitz report, do you think Jim Comey was a good FBI director?”

“I would not have taken this job if I had thought politics would have any influence over prosecutions or investigations.”

“I can assure you this will be my first priority.”

The Justice Department’s mission to enforce the 1957 Civil Rights Act “remains urgent because we do not yet have equal justice,” said Garland, whose confirmation hearing is scheduled to begin Monday.

“It really was one of those things that took a lot of organization, coordination, smarts.”

“Judge Garland will serve the Justice Department and our country with honor and integrity.”