Justice Department Sees Major Staff Overhaul, Prioritizing Trump Loyalists for Key Legal Positions
WASHINGTON — In a significant shift at the U.S. Department of Justice, a noticeable number of career lawyers have left the agency, resulting in the hiring of individuals with notable loyalty to former President Donald Trump. This change of personnel is raising concerns about the impartiality and the traditional non-partisan stance expected in the federal judiciary. The departure of seasoned lawyers, who typically provide a wealth of experience and uphold a broad commitment to justice, comes at a time when the department is handling highly sensitive cases, some of which include charges of election interference … Read more