DOJ Would Support Legal Action If Governors' Restrictions Go 'Too Far,' Barr Says

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The DOJ will consider legal action against states that continue to impose strict restrictions. 'The idea that you have to stay in your house is disturbingly close to house arrest,” Attorney General Barr said.

Attorney General William Barr speaks during a coronavirus task force news conference at the White House this month.Attorney General William Barr speaks during a coronavirus task force news conference at the White House this month.Attorney General William Barr said the Justice Department would support legal action against states that continue to impose strict social distancing rules even after coronavirus cases begin to subside in their respective states.

President Trump has expressed an eagerness to reopen states' economies as soon as possible, pitching the possibility of some states easing coronavirus restrictions even before the federal guidelines on social distancing expire on May 1. Barr was asked what he would do with any governors who are"indifferent" to easing restrictions in their states."We're looking carefully at a number of these rules that are being put into place," Barr said."And if we think one goes too far, we initially try to jawbone the governors into rolling them back or adjusting them. And if they're not and people bring lawsuits, we file statement of interest and side with the plaintiffs.

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Good, because going to church is banned in my state:

Thank you!!!

what are mosque open but churches closed or minn. blast muslim call to prayer, hell would freeze over before a church was allowed to blast something religious once let alone 5 times a day through ramadan. tired of inequality all christians are good for to pol. is to pay taxes

Help NJ! we are trapped by a dictator!

Take legal action against WA state ASAP Please

Will we be seeing Billy Bitchlips in Large crowds or on crowded Airplanes anytime soon? Because It’s his absolute right to catch himself a nice case of Coronavirus if he wants? NOPE. But he’s ok if you get Coronavirus.

He may feel like he’s under house arrest but I prefer to look at it as being kept safe by thatwomanfrommichigan. She’s kept me and my family safe so I can keep my clients safe! FireBarr

This is certainly no about protecting public health. This is about greed and the stock market.

Simple solution. (1) offer a financial incentive to businesses to stay closed. Anyone who reopens before it’s recommended by the state isn’t eligible for grants, loans or tax incentives; any received must be paid back immediately. Part 1

Why isn’t Barr behind bars?

Barr needs to stay out of politics and Trump's back pocket . . . damn shame

Why would a supposed intelligent man say such shit when the only purpose is to save lives ? ANOTHER ASSLICKING PUPPET

Hah! That William Barr fancies himself a public health expert makes me want to plumb the depths of fine print on the laws about criminal impersonation! IncompetenceKills

Hurricanes control mr Barr

guess he's been bought and payed by Trump

This guy needs to go!

All because Trump doesn't want to pay out another stimuluspayment StimulusChecks

What an unethical HACK

Its like a two year old throwing a temper tantrum because he can't go play in the street. Another human being using .089 percent of their brains.

Crazed

Trump and his corrupt administration have the attention spans of a gnat.

What a jerk!

Bad move for DOJ.

TheJusticeDept Similar to your attempt to create new legislation that would hold a person “charged” with a crime (not proven guilty and sentenced) for an indefinite amount of time. That’s house arrest on steroids. It was a nice try though.

Go walk through a COVID-19 WARD WITHOUT PPE and tell me its not important to stay inside.

That's a great move so for all those Americans that contract this virus can sue him personally for dereliction of duty that resulted in death or injury

Since states are following Trumps task force guidance I think legal action needs to start with Pence and that group! Go for it

Oh dear fragile ones. There’s literally not a state in the union you have to stay in your house.

Who says you have to stay in your house? Going our for a walk or gardening or just sitting outside is not restricted. Just practice social distancing.

Disturbingly and dangerously close to living in a Fascist state run by Silicon Valley technocrats chomping at the bit🤨

The ClownKing and his minions left it up to the governors for just this reason, no they can BlameSomeoneElse!!!

Let the minority go back, the ones who believe its in ‘God’s hands. “ Overall, in the national online poll from April 15-21, 72% of adults in the United States said people should stay at home ‘until the doctors and public health officials say it is safe.’ Cheers Bill 🖕🖕

Tell Barr to go sit in a corner, keep his mouth shut, and stay healthy... the vast majority of Americans will let him know when we feel put upon...

Bar climb back under the rock you came out from please!

WTF

The GOP’s message: “We gotta get the economy going again, no matter how many people we kill.”

Literally no state is MAKING you stay in your home. Most people aren't selfish ignoramuses so they are doing so for the greater good.

I guess the GOP is all about state’s rights until they don’t like something the states do.

If that doesn't work I'm sure we can get people back to work at gunpoint

TheJusticeDept AG Barr is an embarrassment.

Let BarrResign wander around and get sick! Fine by me...😂

Republicans seem to have a death wish and want to take us all with them, to paraphrase the late night comedic TV hosts. The same group of people champion guns, banality and pollution. I hope any honorable people in the Justice System will take on Barr in courts everywhere.

Barr should have been impeached long ago.

If there was a god, all these a-holes would have contracted it by now... hoping

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This is so bass-ackwards! What they should be doing is taking legal action if they open up sooner, before meeting the guidelines set out by the administration, especially if that should lead to a surge in cases in their state.

It’s called genocide. It has nothing to do with freedom. An opportunity to eradicate the African American, Hispanic and the poor from America’s population.

Bet he's home more often than not recently.

Trump/Barr ? bloody hands.Dissect/defame/describe the demon DAILY. “(COVID-19) is democratic HOAX”, “Will disappear like miracle“, “back to work by Easter“said Trump. “Re-open America“.? Pay no attention to those body bags behind the curtain. The lying lizard of Oz has spoken!!

Common sense in government enforcement of restrictions is lacking. The DOJ is doing the right thing.

What a shitshow this administration and the GOP have turned this country into. November can’t get here soon enough. It’s amazing how they twist truths to fit their true agenda.

He should be considering action on those who recklessly put their citizens lives in danger by easing up too soon!

States rights only when they align with your objectives I suppose?

So does that mean you will sue the POTUS? It was his directive that we stay home.

Maybe the states will sue the DOJ for wasting state $ on a malicious suit. Add reckless endangerment and gross negligence causing death to the fed gov.

I dare you tubby!

Once independent of Pres. Trump. Now anything but. How can you do this.? Pres Tweet will kill us. Governors are better judges. and he said the Governors will control.

I see the Department of (really bad) Jokes is stepping up to the plate again.

How about legal action against Barr for corruption?

Barr is a disgrace to the American judicial system. He has earned a cell adjoining Trump's.

Barr is a typical trump cronie. Gestapo revisited.

The idea of opening up the country and having us all spread the infection more is disturbingly stupid.

Just Bar Barr as he’s another DerangedDonald troll fool!

Money hungry sharks, you guys are discusting!

Correct. It’s a suggestion, an idea. I can go outside just fine. I don’t need anyone’s permission, and of course, I wear a face covering and keep at least 6 feet distance from everybody who doesn’t live with me. That’s nowhere near house arrest.

I wonder if he practices social distancing.

I’m actually enjoying nature on a daily basis. It’s quite a nice change of pace in life.

We voted for our state leaders, we value their scientifically based decisions. Thank you MassGovernor for your leadership!

We're under house arrest while dangerous prisoners are let go from prisons.

Too far? Governors are doing their job to protect their citizens; Barr is a Trump toady and a tool as well.

LIES; we can go out for walks, ride bikes, take drives, be on our own porch & yards. Go for essential needs when needed. Y’all slick send out stimulus checks;then say open economy so folks can spend it. Many gonna regret it. And gonna need it to bury loved ones

We r in this predicament because of Barr! He is responsible for Trump still being the president!

Not the helper we need

Has the AG been outside to see how Americans are behaving under “shelter in place” orders? It’s hardly house arrest. I see families getting out together in parks, bike trails, etc. while maintaining physical distancing from others doing the same. How is this wrong?

OR: Federal Government To Force Smart States to be Stupid.

'The idea that you have to stay in your house SO YOU DON'T CATCH A DEADLY VIRUS IS A SMALL PRICE TO PAY.' fixedit

We should make sure we all cough on his mother

What a big fart!

What does Barr define as 'too far'? Let him sue. It won't go far without serious political damage to his boss.

Suggest he read the the constitution, and study his 1918 lawbooks

Did anyone tell him about the pandemic?

Can this the Trump administration get any dumber, just wait another 15 minutes and Trump or some other clown will speak or tweet!😱🤮

If this doesn't piss you off, then you know nothing about this virus. If you look up CoV RaTG13 and s protein spike SHC014, you will open Google Scholar. No bull shit or lies. Only medical/scientific research on the virus. Only then will you fully understand how dangerous it is.

House arrest? We are choosing science over feelings. Could someone enlighten the AG?

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 His alma mater should take serious note. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

You will be commiting TREASON by forcing Governors to make a decision between mass GENOCIDE & your pocketbook. People are more worried about an intangible number on a computer that's controlled by those in power than their lives. Hard to provide for your family when you're dead.

Someone needs to tell Attorney General Barr the defitnion of house arrest as a “stay at home” order or recommendation is not.

I'm in Michigan. I am far from being house bound. I even purchased gardening supplies and paint. This is the most ridiculous thing I've ever seen.

They’re just trying to appease the protesting lunatics and keep their vote.

The restrictions are so we don’t die, Bill. 🙄 If you force New York (or anywhere) to reopen right now, you’ll be responsible for mass deaths attorneygeneral

tRump is the head of the cult, Barr is the cult’s attorney and the republican governors are tRump’s pawns. We all know that the cult members are “stiring the pot’ for tRump and the economy because a stock portfolio is all tRump cares about, not the health of the American people!

He’s bored. Nothing more important.

If I were a governor making decisions on how to keep my citizens safe based on scientific data, I would consider legal action against Mr Barr and the rest of this administration for reckless endangerment. Keep up the great work Gov Hogan!

Is this legal?

“I'm not saying it wasn't justified.” What am I missing here?

But fuck Russian interference in our elections, ammiright?

“...bUt SmAlL gUvMeNt!”

He’ll take legal action from the safety of his own home and SCOTUS will hear arguments via videoconference

So the federal government says it is up to the states to decide but is threatening to use jack booted tactics to force the states into acting against their best interests?

Thought the bozo was leaving it up to the states. O that was yesterday.

Get rid of this idiot.

So now states rights are out the window I guess.

Barr none.

Soooooo how long will this 'action' take in our courts? They're not really known for breaking any land speed records.

U can't make this stuff up. Is he totally bored? And he is automatically siding with the plaintiffs? Mmmmm. The Scales of Justice. C'mon Nov 3 and then January 2021.

What the fuck is wrong with these people?

What in the actual hell?

I keep hoping all the Rethuglicans will go out and just do their thing and have their rallies. The rest of us want to watch the experiment.

He wants to help those that want to spread the disease and wreak havoc

Such ignorance will cause many more deaths.

Let's all go out of our houses and die!

Might want to have a task force table read (with someone who can dumb down the content) of The Constitution before they start punishing state govs for working within their scope.

Take it seriously, please. People are dying trumps inconvenience

I thought each governor had freedom to decide when to reopen, esp once their state showed a downward Covid trend for 14 days?

What a grotesque individual.

When will this guy go away I mean really

Seems about right from that puppet

He is as big if a disgrace as Trump the Chump.

Who said we have to stay in our house? No one.

The idea that you relaxing social distancing measures too early for economic purposes and risking the lives of American people is disturbingly close to premeditated homicide by the federal government

HouseArrest? Now there's an idea. We could call it RepublicanBigBrother.

Whiney weenies

This won’t get very far. We can sit back just watch Barr and Trump flail with this nonsense

This guy is crazy too. Looks like they all are crazy.

So, Barr is actively resisting his own boss’s guidelines and his “fulll authority?”

Please leave us alone, we're fine. I'll call you if I need you a hole.

What's AG Barr going to do - send in the Alabama State Police with fire hoses to get people out of their houses and back to their non-essential jobs?

This generation of Americans do not know the meaning of self-sacrifice for the common good. It’s all Me, me, me. I want, I want, I want. Geez!

Jawbone them?

American Experiment has officially come to an end SlopeOfHope what happened to individual state autonomy?

The idea that people are being restricted from doing what they have no will to do presently anyway is asinine. This is a real Darwinian fork in the road here folks.

What an idiotic administration. But we knew that.

The Trump administration's goal is to kill Americans. There's a bumper sticker for ya.

This admo wants them all dead.

Well I, and every decent American, will continue to stay inside by CHOICE. I can live with minor inconveniences to save lives.

Well, that sure as Hell will solve the problem. Gosh, let’s sue the Governor’s and exactly what did we learn from this stupidity to validate one’s right to be idiots?

Have to?

Why isn’t this moron impeached yet? Or, better yet, arrested?!!! ImpeachBarrNow

Gotta love the fact that seriously deranged people are allowed to hold high office! Wait...maybe that’s not a great idea....

I def don’t feel that I’m in house arrests! I’m grateful that my governor values human life over money. I feel like he protects us from the asshole bullies in the White House 🤷🏽‍♀️ I will happily stay home to keep my family healthy.

Is it just me or are all of these people sick. All of them look pale gray even trump is looking like the inside of a cantaloupe.

Uh, you can’t have it both ways. Trump can’t shirk accountability & responsibility by saying federalist rights prevent invoking a national lockdown and then tell states how to manage the pandemic

These wealthy people are only thinking about getting their businesses running. No thought for human lives that could be risked! Shameful!

analog_oddity That’s one hell of a way to continue to waste our time and money. Not surprising with how our government work. He looks like he should have been out of office a decade ago. We need fresh and younger people to represent us. Then we can truly create change.

Moron

He’s making up the stuck in the house part.

Another evil human.

Except one is to protect you from society (virus) and the other is to protect society from you. So no, not the same at all. I'm just so tired of these false equivalencies.

Wow!

WTF! I really do think they want people to die. Wow.

That is nuts!

Like closed abortion clinics? Oh, sorry.... They mean guns, bibles, and conversion therapy clinics.

TURD!

Ha! So, what, the DOJ is going to sue my state to force me to go outside?

They want us to die

He has no real understanding of Justice and the real rule of law. He is as bad as the “man” he works for. Strong vote of no confidence. Looking forward to a Barr defeat as much as a Trump defeat. BarrTrumpDefeat TrumpMadness TrumpRussianCollusion DumpBarr DumpTrump

JFC .. it’s better to foster spread of Covid-19 at the cost of many lives, rather than encourage Americans to suck it up and do what’s right for all of us together. Remember “United We Stand”? This absurd notion of personal “liberty” over public health is mind boggling.

Barr is rooting for the virus.

Wohhh. He don't work for the people, he works for Trump. He don't care about the well-being of the people, but for the reelection of Trump and his own job 4 more years.

I’m confused. Aren’t the states following the federal guidelines that HIS boss said everyone should follow? We are soooooo screwed.

It’s a pandemic. We are in a pandemic.

This is fucking insane

Barr is doing what this admin does, use hyperbole and false assumptions to support their political position. I suspect there isnt a governor in the nation that wants their stay at home plans to extend beyond what the data and science show as fact.

“Barr is disturbingly close to the President”

Pandering.

Fighting states’ rights is a dangerous path GOP we’ll love that in our back pocket once we take back the White House in November. Can you say prochoice for all?

The idea that an AG would commit crimes against the Constitution, democracy and humanity is awfully close to a totalitarian regime.

This man needs to go. He is a traitor to his office.

🙄🤦🏻‍♀️

crazy train, no thanks. No one trust anyone in the government anymore. I’m gonna stay home until this administration changes. I hope others do the same. Save your money, grow a garden, help each other but don’t help them make money. They don’t give a shit about any of us.

Barr can kiss my big left toe! I’m listening to the health professionals and my governor!! I can go grocery shopping, do yard work, go walking...

Just when I thought I’ve heard it all. This guy needs a lawsuit filed against himself and the federal government for putting the public health at risk, resulting in massive fatalities.

Who is going to take action against the DOJ for killing people?

Can someone please tell USAG to shut up. Hoping he will get sick and die from Corvid-19 like many others like him. Then he will have wished he stayed home and shut the hell up. Such an evil and stupid man.

Guidance?!? Supreme?!?!? Commonsensical?!?

This joke of a administration has somehow managed to make The Hunger Games look like a comedy.

AGWilliamBarr You'll earn the right to do this as soon as you are willing to spend some time lifting bodies into freezer trucks in NY or helping deliver meals to front line workers or families in need. You have NO right to inflict more pain on those helping to keep people alive!

You’ld rather let people get the corona virus and die?

Americans by a large margin support stay at home orders. It’s a public health crisis. Wandering about spreading germs is not a constitutional right.

Disgraceful

Regular day commute is a time bomb!

'The DOJ will consider pulling more nonsense from its bum bum.' FIFY.

Pure political theater.

What a fucking joke

sounds like somethin theyd say... Also the DOJ:

It's for our safety and healthy. This administration is a disgrace.

I drive to another state daily for work and I haven’t heard from anybody in either state say “you have to stay in your house. ..

I don’t mind to stay home if it is for a greater good. In todays world with all the technology in your bedroom not a big deal and I can go out with due precaution when I need to. So not even close to what they say ...

First of all, you are free to walk, hike, bike, go to the grocery store, vet, or doctor.

says the mouthpiece for the trump crime family .

I want someone who actually cares for my safety to be my governor.

OMG!

I thought the Federal Gov't could not do that.

I am not stuck at home-I am safe at home!!’ Idiots!

But states rights...

It doesn’t matter what this moron says. The American public will return to reignite the economy when THEY think it’s safe. No one has to listen to this pseudo American!

But what about states rights? Oh that’s right, that only applies to GOP when it’s guns or abortion.

Oof. He must be great at the limbo, since he seems to be able to keep going lower🤯

He is disturbingly try to get people sick.

Just a Trump ploy to get around the Constitution. Trump wants absolute power to tell the states when to open for business.

Reprehensible, evil & deadly!

I guess states rights are awesome as long as they’re imposing authority over those you don’t like.

But I guess he doesn’t consider American’s health as a civil liberty.

Barr is just another Trump sycophant. Why bother with this clown?

So much for states' rights, eh?

I guess that's easier than actually getting states the PPE they need..... or the tests they need in the quantities they need....... I'm almost in agreement at this point. The economy doesn't need to be shut down this much now... maybe until May 1 but then reopen a bit.

How is this crook still a lawyer let alone AG?

I have no police at my door when I walk out to walk my dog. I am able to go to the grocery store when I need. I have no need to go anywhere else why because I care about life & staying home to help hospitals. His comment is selfish and ignorant.

What’s being on a ventilator disturbingly close to? I do believe the answer is Death.

Legal actions against states? I thought this administration left the states to fend for themselves, and to do what’s best for the states? Gosh, the hypocrisy. 🙄 I’m staying home for my family’s safety, for others’ safety, and for the healthcare workers.

This is obviously 100% for economy and nothing to do with public health and safety. I understand the economy as it is is hurting a lot of people, but if they open it up too soon, say May 1st, it wont be long until another spike and we're back to square one. It's a Catch 22.

Nothing is forcing anyone to stay home. StatesRights This bullshit is right up there with situational concerns about the deficit (when the prez is a Dem) and what we have the right to do with our own bodies. Today's GOP would be considered a joke if their threat weren't so real.

there should be consequences for once actions, people can go out but they should wear a badge that they don't follow social distancing and if they get sick, others get priority over them.

OMG!! This is madness!! Ridiculous!

DOWNWARD DOGMA

He’s an idiot. Scary having Fred Flintstone leading the DOJ!

Attack on the Democratic Governor’s. What a total unbalanced leader of Justice.

no one is forcing people to stay at home they are asked no mass gather.

Ah, no kidding. What ever happened to the Democrat Party? It wasn't that long ago that Democrats actually believed in the First and Fifth Amendments. I guess power is more important that the Constitution. Same thing Hugo Chavez probably thought.

Im 100% sure this is unconstitutional (10th Amendment) The purpose of the 10th Amendment is to define the establishment and division of power between the Federal government and state governments. This amendment also protects these powers from both entities.

I find A G Barr disturbing.

Are you kidding me?

We are free to go outside and walk around. He is full of shit.

My god.

There is not a single place with an order like this.

Nobody has to “stay in their house”. Show me which states are mandating that people cannot leave the confines of their homes. Seriously.

'wE aRe ThE pArTy oF StAtEs RiGhTs'

TRUMP PRESIDENCY AND GOP EPIC FAIL

Barr might be a bigger asshole than pence

Read the constitution fat boy, 10th amendment!

'States rights' are no longer a GOP mandate

WTF

Whoa boy! You can see where this is going!

So Barr is legally requiring us to be dumb

He's blowing smoke to make the nut job trumpers happy. He said in the interview he wasn't saying it has not been justified. Then says only if the states go 'too far'. Can anyone tell me which state has said you cannot even leave your house? The state of delusion in Barr's head?

These orders are clearly within the authority of the state to protect the health of their residents. Barr undermines our health. Of course quarantines limit freedom, but the States must exercise that power. unbelievable. Trump is behind this.

WTF? First it’s up to the governors to issue stay at home orders and now it’s not?!

You can open up the country... it doesn’t mean ppl will go to restaurants, movie theaters etc. We are staying clear of all of that until end of year. I will cook at home and watch Netflix or ITunes.

Bill Barr will go down in history as the most corrupt AG in U.S. history.

All those dumb tRumpers may be interested in knowing THAT GOES AGAINST EVERYTHING REPUBLICANS ARE SUPPOSED TO STAND FOR! STATES RIGHTS! YOU FOOLS

Omfg nobody is forcing people to stay IN their houses

Absolutely nothing makes sense anymore.

Insane.

And the government stoogery continues ...

Really? Pretty sure I went on a run today...... Outside 😮 So basically you're equating stores being closed and social distancing to house arrest?

Finally someone has some sense...

There are no words for how insane this administration is.

They're going to kill us.

I went out and got groceries. I also went for a bike ride by myself and a walk with my family. Nobody has told me to stay in my house in Michigan.

Tell fatboy to put a sock in his piehole.

DisbarBarr

Let Mr Barr show us the way first.

Just too much

I thought governors are the ones that are governing their states?

Wow

😡😡😡😡

How ironic.

Time for Governors and others to strike back at the rogue DOJ!

And that cancer analogy? Pathetic. And insulting.

Four weeks into this, and I know of - nor have I heard of - anyone who is, was, or has been locked into their homes. smh. A few lifestyle changes to save thousands of lives? Not a problem!

Stop amplifying stupidity.

What the actual

What the fuck? For real? This is just ridiculous.

Ban immigration , but let everyone else do as they wish ? How is that going to help?

Time to disbar Barr!

You're just plain disturbing.

Is there no one who can mansplain covid to him? deliberatelyobtuse nobarrtoolow 🙄

Is this what it means to be pro life?

Attorney looking for best interst of people?!

Ok then. Prepare to face criminal charges and lawsuits from 50 states and all the cities there within should death rates rise significantly. All deaths out of early release will be upon them!

No, just no

Bill Barr is holding the Constitution hostage. Don't worry about the response I'll get for this from the trump supporters. They can't even spell it. *I also convince them improper spelling is under the 1st Amendment*

This is such BS. No one is under house arrest. Most people with jobs are working from home. As long as financial supports are provided to those who are unemployed and small biz is supported, we can do this...

What The FUCK? Can this administration EVER tell the public what is going on? Dump Barr

Why don’t you go out then

Barr stfu

Can't we get rid of this crackpot? He's been nothing but trouble since Trump appointed him as DOJ. A Trump suckup. CJL

F**k the DOJ

🤷🏻

Oh for...no. stop. We dont want this to spread.

barbarr he's not an attorney general, he's the worst suck up in govt today

Who has such a law?

Wow.....I am not even sure wtf to say

Funny how he didn't think 'enhanced interrogation' was disturbingly close to torture. Trump General Bill Barr, truly the scum of the earth.

The most irresponsible administration ever. The Attorney General is encouraging people to defy the law in their own States for the sake of sucking up to Trump and the nutjob base. TrumpKissOfDeath BlueTsunami2020

Well, it has been an honor seeing you guys. I'm going to live in the Himalayas.

Despite my twitter handle: F*** you AG BARR. Get the F out of deciding things for America. Yeah it is kinda like house arrest. Know what it’s not like? Dying and/or infecting others because your Administration is woefully unprepared for this.

GOPDeathCult

They are getting ahead of it. They see how well the social distancing measures have gone, and it is empowering them to act as though it was overkill.

Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaat

The same day republicans admit he abused his powers to protect trump. Don’t look to the morally corrupt for advice on how to save lives.

And there he is! billybarr is back being ChosenBoy's personal lawyer and constitutional crime dog. Some governors will do what's best for their citizens NOT what ChosenBoy hearby orders. Smh

The idea that socializing with people could kill millions is disturbingly close to worse than staying apart.

Barr is just doing the will of his Master. Trump's a master manipulater who thinks he is an all powerful dictator. Use your vote and change the leadership.

Ah yes, so you do the one thing that will most certainly get people killed..

Certified

Attorney General Barr is a failure. Please resign. AGBarr

But..but..but states rights?!?!?

The hand of the king! I would like to indict the president and his toadies for manslaughter in the cases of some 43,000 senseless deaths. Not fake news. AJ Barr, get on it you useless tool.

More lies propagated by the left

He's a dangerous man.

This idiot is completely out of his league!

I look forward to this being laughed out of court, since no states have issued orders that say you have to stay in your house

Sound familiar?

Good luck with that political election stunt. If he filed it in February it would be May before any action was taken.

What a deceitful, corrupt, 🤬

This coming from the party that used to tout states' rights. Republicans stand for nothing but power.

Most state social distancing policies are restrictive, but necessary.There are some that are arbitrary burdens on civil liberties and most would not be accepted by most people forever. Draconian policies need to be well explained to the public enduring them

Are you truly so blind?

Really? Highest and best use of their time apparently.

The justice department is suppose to enforce laws, not make the up as Trump sees fit. This is a Trump imposing his will on a country who no longer wants it. Its not happening.

says the man who will hopefully, someday be under house arrest with the orange squirt and his gang of grifters.

Our entire government is made up of clowns, jokers, and idiots

Oh man the GOP is gonna lose their shit when they find out about this you know becuase states rights and what not.

Mind your business Barr

What about states? clarkfornorman is imposing a lockdown! All these mayors should be jailed for taking our rights!

It’s called Common Good. We have a pandemic going on.

Moron.

Barr would prefer to see more people becoming ill, even more people dying and even more hospitals becoming overcrowded, so that some individuals can have a little more freedom.

Why is it okay to go to walmart but not the park?

Someone needs to sneeze in their faces

But you don't have to stay in your house

🤯

The mixed messaging from the White House only adds to the growing unrest.

what happened to the GOP being all about states rights.

Oh my god this administration has gone from disturbingly incompetent to so incompetent it is now deadly.

je_mclaughlin Billy, you'd better get your own defense in order. Shit's about to go down in DC Town

I’ll choose house arrest over a death sentence. StayHome

This is a vile abuse of the AGs office, criminally promoting trumps fraudulent agenda, endangering American lives.

If your boat has entered shark infested waters and you’re not sure which of them wants a snack, it would be considered prudent to stay in the boat rather than go for a swim, yes?

Unbelievable.

So right. I’d rather have you stay in prison.

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