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Barr: DOJ Has No Evidence Of Fraud Affecting 2020 Election Outcome

Ryan Lucas

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The attorney general told The Associated Press on Tuesday neither Justice Department attorneys nor the FBI have substantiated any of the various claims about so-called fraud.

Attorney General Bill Barr leaves the U.S. Capitol after meeting with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Monday.

Politics / Issues

Barr Wades Into Trump's False Voting Claims, Allowing Prosecutors To Investigate

Alana Wise

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The attorney general specified that reviews can be conducted only if there are "clear and apparently-credible allegations of irregularities" that would affect the outcome of a state's election result.

Attorney General William Barr listens during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the oversight of the Department of Justice on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, July 28, 2020 in Washington.

Politics / Issues

Attorney General Barr Tussles With Democrats In Tense Oversight Hearing

Philip Ewing

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Democrats questioned and criticized the attorney general in a marathon hearing on Tuesday that covered a wide range of controversies. Barr stood his ground and defended himself and President Trump.

Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide, the New York City chief medical examiner ruled Friday.

Jeffrey Epstein's Death Ruled A Suicide By New York Medical Examiner

Colin Dwyer

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The findings come nearly a week after the wealthy financier was found unresponsive in his cell. Epstein had been facing federal sex trafficking charges.

If confirmed, William Barr will lead the Justice Department for the second time in his career; the first was under President George H.W. Bush.

Senate Sets Mid-January Confirmation Hearings For Attorney General Nominee

Daniella Cheslow

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William Barr, nominated by President Trump to become attorney general, will face the Senate Jan. 15 and 16. If confirmed, Barr will replace acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker.