Merrick Garland

Overview

Merrick Brian Garland is an American lawyer and jurist serving as the 86th Attorney General of the United States. He previously served as a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

Role in Targeting Program

According to the Targeted Justice overview diagram:

• Listed under "DOJ Dept of Justice" in the Military branch
• Connected to the TI Program Director and MJ-12/Black Ops
• Part of the enforcement network leading to Fusion Centers

Government Career

Attorney General (2021-present)

• Heads the Department of Justice
• Oversees federal law enforcement
• Manages FBI and other DOJ agencies

Chief Judge, D.C. Circuit (2013-2020)

• Presided over important national security cases
• Reviewed surveillance and intelligence matters
• Known for moderate, careful approach

Circuit Judge (1997-2021)

• Served on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals
• Reviewed executive branch actions
• Handled national security cases

Supreme Court Nomination

• Nominated by President Obama in 2016
• Senate Republicans refused to hold hearings
• Nomination expired in 2017
• Widely considered a moderate consensus candidate

DOJ Priorities

Under Garland's leadership, DOJ has focused on:

• Domestic terrorism
• Civil rights enforcement
• January 6th investigation
• Cybercrime
• Corporate crime

Connection to Targeting

The diagram shows Garland/DOJ as part of the chain:

• Top-level handlers
• Military/intelligence agencies
• Fusion Centers
• Targeted Individuals

This suggests DOJ enforcement may be involved in targeting operations.

Controversies

• Handling of domestic terrorism investigations
• FBI whistleblower allegations
• Surveillance program oversight
• Watchlist management
• Fusion Center coordination

Significance

Garland's position as Attorney General places him at the head of:

• Federal law enforcement
• FBI operations
• Surveillance authorization
• Watchlist management
• Fusion Center oversight

These capabilities are alleged to be utilized in targeting programs according to the diagram.

Context

The diagram identifies Garland as a key figure in the alleged targeting program structure, suggesting DOJ's role in:

• Providing legal cover for operations
• Managing enforcement actions
• Coordinating with Fusion Centers
• Supporting the broader targeting infrastructure