Denise Cheung announced her resignation from the U.S. Department of Justice, claiming she was pressured by a Trump appointee to launch an unfounded criminal investigation into a contract related to President Biden's administration. With a 24-year tenure, Cheung expressed pride in her service but refused to comply with orders that she felt lacked merit, ultimately leading to her resignation. She specifically named Ed Martin, the interim head of the U.S. Attorney's Office, as a key figure in the pressure she faced. Cheung's stance emphasizes conflicts within the DOJ amidst changing political administrations.
In her resignation letter, Cheung highlighted her 24-year career, stating, 'I have been proud to serve... I took an oath of office to support and defend the Constitution.'
Cheung accused Trump appointee Ed Martin of pressuring her to initiate a criminal probe without evidence, noting, 'when I explained that the quantum of evidence did not support that action... you stated that you believed there was sufficient evidence.'
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