Maybe it is time to create a fourth branch of government?

[Jacson6]

We could create a fourth branch of government which will be the Attorney general. The AG office would handle all prosecutions and civil lawsuits independent of the Executive Branch. Just a thought.

[OC375]

1. Infernal Repairs

Every industry needs one, the government especially.

[mr715]

2. Eh, the bureaucracy or the press.

[Wiz Imp]

3. Wouldn't make a difference with Trump.

Republicans in the other 2 current branches don't provide any checks and balances as is. The Attorney General would still have to be appointed by the President or Congress - so you would still get a Pam Bondi or Todd Blanche who would act as Trump's personal attorney and not in the interest of the American people.

[Jacson6]

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

[Wiz Imp]

5. I believe that would require a constitutional amendment.

Regardless, it will NEVER happen.

[GoodRaisin]

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

With DOJ independent from the other branches. Constitutional amendment.

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

[SWBTATTReg]

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

With Congress, the Supreme Court/justice, and the executive branch being the first 3 branches.