I can indicate that the authority to arrest and the authority to proceed were issued by officials without consultation directly with politicians.
On February 4th, 2020. See this statement in context.
On February 4th, 2020. See this statement in context.
February 4th, 2020 / 11:20 a.m.
Senior General Counsel and Director General, International Assistance Group, Department of Justice
I can indicate that the authority to arrest and the authority to proceed were issued by officials without consultation directly with politicians.
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