Garland's Resignation Threat in 60 Minutes Interview Over Trump Action

Attorney General Merrick Garland stated in an interview that he would resign if President Biden asked him to take action in probes into former President Trump, although he believes such a request is unlikely. Garland emphasized the independence of the Justice Department and clarified that he has not been in communication with the president or any administration member regarding the Trump investigation. He also defended special counsel David Weiss, stating that he would not interfere with Weiss's investigation into Hunter Biden.