That has drawn accusations from Democrats and legal analysts that he is inappropriately talking about an ongoing case and prejudging its outcome. Justice Department policies and tradition generally counsel against taking steps in an investigation close to an election such that they might affect the outcome. “The problem with Barr is he’s not trying to do that.”Spokespeople for Barr and Durham declined to comment. Republicans have since set their sights on top intelligence and law enforcement officials who served during Obama and Biden’s time in office. The revelation drew widespread criticism from former Justice Department officials who felt Comey was violating the Justice Department’s policies and tradition.

Source: Washington Post July 29, 2020 23:12 UTC