'Arrogant, irresponsible': Bill Barr faces criticism over refusal to quarantine after Rose Garden event

'This is reckless and dangerous for any person—especially a person who wields power to summon others,' said former federal prosecutor Elie Honig.

were diagnosed with the virus one day after Hope Hicks, one of the president's closest aides, became infected.Kellyanne ConwayThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 14 days of quarantine for anyone who has been exposed to the virus, a rule Barr has apparently chosen not to follow.

"Barr's refusal to quarantine after exposure is not 'toughness,'" tweeted University of Michigan Law Professor Barbara McQuade, who's also a former U.S. attorney."It is arrogant, irresponsible, and reckless behavior from our nation's attorney general." Barr’s refusal to quarantine after exposure is not “toughness.” It is arrogant, irresponsible, and reckless behavior from our nation’s attorney general.

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