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Watch live: Garland announces special counsel in Trump probes

Attorney General Merrick Garland listens to a question as he leaves the podium after speaking at the Justice Department Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Attorney General Merrick Garland is set to announce a special counsel to oversee federal investigations into former President Trump.

The news comes just days after the former president announced his intent for a third bid for the White House in 2024.

The event is scheduled to begin at 2:15 p.m. ET.

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