US President Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, William Barr, on Tuesday appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing.
Much of the questioning concerned the Robert Mueller investigation and Barr’s ability and willingness to faithfully execute his duties during the investigation. The Committee also probed into his thoughts as to whether Mueller should be permitted to finish the Russia investigation. Barr responded in the affirmative and further stressed his commitment to his duties:
I believe it is in the best interest of everyone, the President, Congress, and the American people, that this matter be resolved by allowing the special counsel to complete his work.
