I’m back—with a bit of myth-busting
In my debut with The Blaze, I explain why the Department of Justice is not, and cannot be, “independent” of the president
A powerful and entrenched myth plagues American politics — namely, that the Department of Justice is, to some degree, “independent” of the president. The idea is plainly unconstitutional, actively harmful to the intended operation of our system of government, and a major contributor to the derangement of our common life. A critical step toward restoring sanity in our politics requires its eradication from our day-to-day practices and the people’s collective consciousness.
The myth originates from the Watergate scandal 50 years ago.
Read the rest at The Blaze.
Superb article, Deion! We've missed you. This sort of cogent analysis is just what the country needs.
Welcome back, Deion!
People who defend the independent DOJ often say that it helps ensure that everyone is accountable in the law, and I see their point. But as you note at the end of your piece, the President is the one we elect every four years--that does provide us accountability for that office. It seems very difficult for ordinary people to apply any accountability to the independent DOJ.