Republican Sen. Thom Tillis has declared opposition to Ed Martin's nomination as US attorney for the District of Columbia, primarily citing Martin's previous actions relating to the January 6 Capitol riot. Tillis, who is gearing up for a competitive re-election campaign, noted that Martin’s past advocacy for those involved in the riot raises serious concerns about his suitability for the position. The Senate Judiciary Committee has not yet set a vote, and with a nomination deadline approaching, Tillis predicts Martin will face significant challenges in gaining confirmation.
'He seems like a good man, most of my concerns related to January 6th,' Tillis told reporters Tuesday. 'I've indicated to the White House I wouldn't support his nomination.'
During his tenure as interim US attorney, Martin has referred to prosecutors as 'President Trumps' [sic] lawyers' and penalized government attorneys who did work on Capitol riot cases.
Tillis is one of 12 Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee, which also has 10 Democrats. The committee has yet to schedule a vote on Martin's nomination.
On Jan. 5, 2021, the eve of the riot, Martin delivered a speech at the Capitol imploring 'die-hard true Americans' to 'stop the steal.'
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