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Garland to focus on civil rights, political independence

by Michael Balsamo
| February 25, 2021 5:15 AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Merrick Garland, President Joe Biden’s nominee for attorney general, will appear for his confirmation hearing vowing to prioritize civil rights, combat extremist attacks and ensure the Justice Department remains politically independent.

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