In his statement from the Justice Department’s Washington headquarters, Attorney General Garland revealed that the decision came after the investigation had "reached the stage" where the powers of a special counsel were necessary to continue.
Republican Sen. Rand Paul has formally requested that Washington, D.C.'s top prosecutor look into potential perjury charges against Dr. Anthony Fauci, alleging he lied under oath about the origins of COVID-19.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has gained significant political momentum, receiving unanimous backing from all Alabama Republican state House representatives on Friday.