Pod Save America “No exoneration.”
Mar 25, 2019
Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney and host of Stay Tuned, dives deep into the political machinations surrounding William Barr's summary of the Mueller report. He unpacks how this impacts accountability and the rule of law, questioning the integrity of investigative narratives. The conversation also touches on significant moments from the 2020 election landscape, including Kirsten Gillibrand's bold announcements and Kamala Harris's plans to boost teacher salaries. Bharara’s insights navigate complex legal and political questions with clarity and wit.
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Barr's Summary
- Barr's four-page letter summarizing the Mueller report is a highly abridged version of the actual report.
- The letter's wording is slightly different from Mueller's, potentially creating a favorable impression for Trump before the full report's release.
Barr's Intervention
- Barr's intervention on the obstruction of justice issue is problematic as he is a Trump appointee.
- Barr's pre-existing opinion, expressed in his unsolicited memo, raises concerns about his impartiality.
Declination vs. Innocence
- A declination doesn't signify innocence, but rather a lack of sufficient admissible evidence for prosecution.
- The Mueller team likely investigated thoroughly but may have lacked irrefutable proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
