The report reproduces Attorney General Garland’s October 4, 2021 memorandum and criticizes the 2021 process. The memorandum distinguishes protected debate from threats and intimidation.
While spirited debate about policy matters is protected under our Constitution, that protection does not extend to threats of violence or efforts to intimidate individuals based on their views.
Garland memorandum reproduced in appendix
The report reproduces Attorney General Garland’s October 4, 2021 memorandum and criticizes the 2021 process. The memorandum distinguishes protected debate from threats and intimidation. The Garland memorandum does not call parents domestic terrorists.