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“We haven't seen a situation where you have the FBI director talk about an investigation side by side with the attorney general who confirms, yes, I accept the recommendation of the FBI director.”

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Alberto Gonzales

Alberto Gonzales is an American politician who served as the United States Attorney General. Born on August 4, 1955, he graduated from Harvard Law School and served as an advisor to President George W. Bush. During his tenure at the Department of Justice, he faced numerous controversies, including the interrogation and detention policies of terrorism suspects. more

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