The Ben Shapiro Show William Barr | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 125
May 15, 2022
William Barr, former U.S. Attorney General, shares his tumultuous experiences during his two tenures, addressing pivotal events like the Russia collusion narrative and the COVID-19 response. He recounts the complexities of maintaining integrity within the Justice Department under political pressure. Barr also discusses concerns over election integrity and the January 6th incidents, scrutinizing the media's portrayal of unrest. His insights challenge conventional narratives while advocating for reforms to bolster public trust in the electoral process.
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Attorney General's Roles
- The Attorney General serves three functions: policy advisor, legal advisor, and chief prosecutor.
- While subordinate to the President, the AG should administer justice impartially.
Reluctant Acceptance
- William Barr was reluctant to become Attorney General due to Trump's personality and treatment of lawyers.
- His colleagues encouraged him to do it, and he wanted to help.
Skepticism of Russiagate
- William Barr was initially skeptical of Russiagate, believing Russia wouldn't need to collude for a hack-and-dump.
- The Steele dossier seemed like a joke to him and other intelligence professionals.
