In the first 24 hours of the Trump administration, new acting leaders were appointed in key U.S. attorney's offices, signaling a departure from traditional practices. Danielle Sassoon, known for her role in prosecuting Sam Bankman-Fried, took charge of the Manhattan office. John Durham was named head in Brooklyn, and conservative lawyer Ed Martin took over in Washington, where he swiftly filed to dismiss pending Jan. 6 cases. This move represents a deliberate strategy to assert control over federal law enforcement as part of the administration's agenda.
The Trump administration swiftly appointed new interim leaders in key U.S. attorney's offices, highlighting the prioritization of frontline prosecutors in their agenda.
The administration's rapid appointments reflect a significant shift in practice, emphasizing immediate control over major legal offices critical to its objectives.
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