Top prosecutors in Washington, D.C., including those handling January 6 Capitol riot cases, faced demotions to minor roles as part of a retribution campaign by the Trump administration. Interim U.S. Attorney Ed Martin announced the changes, indicating a strategy to control and punish career prosecutors viewed as obstacles. This internal shake-up has been interpreted by staff as a tactic employed by President Trump's political appointees to manipulate the Justice Department's operations and undermine experienced prosecutors, fostering an atmosphere of fear and compliance.
Several top prosecutors were demoted in Washington, D.C., marking a campaign of retribution against Justice Department officials viewed as adversaries by the Trump administration.
The demotions included key figures in cases arising from the Capitol insurrection, as part of a deliberate political retribution effort under the new leadership.
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