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GoodRaisin

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7. AG is an elected office in the states. Why not nationally?

Reply to Wiz Imp (Reply #3)

Sat May 30, 2026, 02:53 AM

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With DOJ independent from the other branches. Constitutional amendment.

We’ve seen what can happen with a rogue president selecting and controlling the AG.

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Maybe it is time to create a fourth branch of government? [View all] Jacson6 Friday OP

Infernal Repairs OC375 Friday #1

Eh, the bureaucracy or the press. mr715 Friday #2

Wouldn't make a difference with Trump. Wiz Imp Friday #3

We could have them elected to office every six years like Congress is. n/t Jacson6 Friday #4

I believe that would require a constitutional amendment. Wiz Imp Friday #5

AG is an elected office in the states. Why not nationally? GoodRaisin Saturday #7

I think that we are, as the voters are the fourth branch. SWBTATTReg Friday #6