No because the law does not require Congressional approval of Smith's appointment. There are 2 avenues and Garland chose the first because it shields the DoJ from the appearance that the special prosecutor's pursuit of prosecution is politically motivated, thus is held separate from conflict of interest. Except, of course, according to Trump.
No because the law does not require Congressional approval of Smith's appointment. There are 2 avenues and Garland chose the first because it shields the DoJ from the appearance that the special prosecutor's pursuit of prosecution is politically motivated, thus is held separate from conflict of interest. Except, of course, according to Trump.
No because the law does not require Congressional approval of Smith's appointment. There are 2 avenues and Garland chose the first because it shields the DoJ from the appearance that the special prosecutor's pursuit of prosecution is politically motivated, thus is held separate from conflict of interest. Except, of course, according to Trump.