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Trump Posts CNN's Collins on DOJ Banner Controversy

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President Donald Trump shared a video of CNN's Kaitlan Collins discussing a massive banner bearing his likeness at the Department of Justice. The banner, installed using a cherry picker at the DOJ entrance, sparked controversy over the perceived blurring of lines between the White House and the Justice Department.

Collins noted similar banners have appeared at other federal agencies, including the Departments of Labor and Agriculture. She emphasized the DOJ banner carries particular significance given the department's traditional independence from political influence. The installation comes amid ongoing concerns about Attorney General Pam Bondi and the administration's handling of politically sensitive prosecutions.

Collins argued the banner symbolizes the erosion of separation between the executive branch and the DOJ under Trump's second term. She cited instances where the president has pressured the Attorney General to pursue political opponents and former prosecutors. The DOJ defended the banner as celebrating America's upcoming 250th anniversary, though Collins pointed out its slogan, 'Make America Safe Again,' echoes Trump's campaign messaging.