Cato Daily Podcast
Jeff Sessions "Fired for Doing the Right Thing"
Nov 7, 2018
Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions has resigned, raising questions about the future of investigations into the White House and federal law enforcement. Topics discussed include drug policy, immigration, civil asset forfeiture, Robert Mueller's investigation, potential nominees for replacement, and the implications of Sessions' firing on the Russia investigation.
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- Jeff Sessions' resignation raises questions about the future of drug policies, immigration, and civil asset forfeiture.
- The departure of Jeff Sessions and potential replacements raise concerns about the influence on the Mueller investigation.
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Impact on Policies and Mueller Investigation
With Jeff Sessions resigning as Attorney General, there is speculation about the potential changes to drug policies, immigration, and civil asset forfeiture. Sessions was known for his strong stance against drugs, opposition to lenient immigration policies, and support for civil asset forfeiture. His departure raises questions about the future direction of these policies and their enforcement. Additionally, there are concerns about the ongoing Mueller investigation and whether the new Attorney General will have any influence over it.
