Most modern presidents have kept the Justice Department at arm’s length from the White House.But the erosion of that norm is now central to a growing controversy, after the Justice Department abruptly announced it found “no further evidence” to justify additional investigations—or the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } Join now to continue reading.Members get exclusive analysis, bonus features and no advertising. Learn more.If you’re already a member, sign in to your account.