Justice Department moves to fire at least 12 officials who investigated Trump
Briefly

The acting attorney general, James McHenry, has initiated the firing of several Justice Department officials linked to the federal investigations into former President Donald Trump. In termination letters, he cited a lack of trust in their ability to effectively implement Trump's agenda due to their prosecutorial roles. Concurrently, acting U.S. attorney Ed Martin is reviewing prosecutions of Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, labeling previous obstruction charges as a "great failure." These actions mark a continued aggressive restructuring of the Justice Department following Trump's recent return to the White House.
The acting attorney general issued termination letters to several Justice Department officials involved in investigating Trump, indicating a shift in the department's approach.
Acting Attorney General James McHenry expressed distrust in officials who prosecuted Trump, reflecting the administration's aggressive stance on the Justice Department.
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