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News in English (USA) / 14.02.2025 / 02:00

Major Shake-up in U.S. Attorney Offices Amidst Political Turmoil

In a dramatic turn of events, the Trump administration has initiated a widespread purge of U.S. Attorneys appointed by President Biden. This move has resulted in the resignation of key officials, including Erek L. Barron, the first Black U.S. Attorney for Maryland, and the termination of several federal prosecutors such as Tara McGrath from San Diego and others across California and Washington. Internal communications reveal that the White House sent termination letters to multiple Biden-appointed U.S. Attorneys, raising concerns about the politicization of the Justice Department and prompting resignations in protest from officials within the Department of Justice. The fallout from this unprecedented action continues to unfold as political tensions escalate.
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