Grassley Questions DoJ Criminal Division Head on Fast and Furious

Published on November 1, 2011
Duration: 8:50

This video features Senator Chuck Grassley discussing Operation Fast and Furious, focusing on the testimony of Lanny Brewer, head of the DOJ Criminal Division. Grassley expresses frustration with the DOJ's perceived stonewalling and highlights new developments, including Brewer's admission of knowing about 'gun walking' tactics for over a year without disclosure. The conversation touches on the timeline of events, the lack of policy questions regarding Fast and Furious, and the potential for the operation to be used as an excuse to curb Second Amendment rights. Grassley also questions the effectiveness of gun reporting schemes and contrasts Fast and Furious with the previous 'Wide Receiver' operation.

Quick Summary

Senator Grassley criticizes the DOJ's 'stonewalling' on Operation Fast and Furious oversight, highlighting Lanny Brewer's admission of knowing about 'gun walking' for over a year without disclosure. This lack of transparency and delayed cooperation, Grassley argues, ultimately leads to negative consequences for those involved when facts emerge.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Brewer's Admission
  2. 00:50Timeline Discrepancies & Wide Receiver
  3. 02:05Brewer's Explanation & Job Performance
  4. 02:36Fall Guy for the AG?
  5. 03:04Seeking Answers & Wiretaps
  6. 04:02Gun Control vs. Fast and Furious
  7. 05:02Guns in Mexico & US Origin
  8. 06:02Gun Reporting Schemes & ATF Needs
  9. 06:31Wide Receiver vs. Fast and Furious
  10. 07:22Questions for Attorney General Holder

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Lanny Brewer admit regarding Operation Fast and Furious?

Lanny Brewer, head of the DOJ Criminal Division, admitted that he knew about the 'gun walking' strategy in Operation Fast and Furious for over a year but did not disclose this information to anyone, which Senator Grassley views as a form of stonewalling.

How does Senator Grassley view the DOJ's handling of Operation Fast and Furious oversight?

Senator Grassley criticizes the Department of Justice for 'stonewalling' oversight for 10 months. He believes that delaying cooperation and withholding facts ultimately leads to officials having 'egg on their face' when the truth inevitably comes out.

What is the connection between Operation Fast and Furious and the 'Wide Receiver' operation?

Lanny Brewer learned about the 'gun walking' strategy from 'Wide Receiver' in April 2010. Senator Grassley questions why similar policy discussions weren't held for Fast and Furious at the same time, suggesting a lack of coordination or inquiry within the DOJ.

What are Senator Grassley's concerns about the political implications of Fast and Furious discussions?

Senator Grassley is concerned that discussions about Fast and Furious, particularly when linked to calls for more gun control by colleagues like Senator Feinstein, could lend credibility to the suspicion that the operation is being used by the administration as an excuse to curb Second Amendment rights.

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