For that reason, he must recuse himself from any ongoing investigations involving evidence referred by the special counsel’s office. Barr has made clear that he believes it is appropriate for an attorney general to protect the president’s political interests. During Barr’s confirmation hearing in January, I asked him about anti-immigration initiatives he developed the last time he was attorney general. It is clear that Barr is once again trying to advance the president’s political interests, like he did in 1992. There are 14 such referrals referenced in the Mueller report, 12 of which are redacted.

Source: Washington Post May 03, 2019 12:22 UTC