US EditionTrump Justice Department fires more career officials
- The head of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces, Adam Cohen, was fired by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche after a memo announcing the task force's new focus on illegal immigration was released.
- Cohen's firing occurred shortly after a memo released by Blanche indicated the task force would take a new role in combating illegal immigration related to 'Operation Take Back America.'
- On the same day, three assistant U.S. attorneys were placed on administrative leave following their involvement in prosecuting New York Mayor Eric Adams for corruption, as indicated in an internal email by acting U.S. Attorney Matthew Podolsky.
- Cleta Mitchell expressed hope that Congress will enhance Election Day laws by prohibiting the counting of ballots received after Election Day, emphasizing the clarity provided by the 5th Circuit ruling on the matter.
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How Firing the Military’s Top Lawyers Could Impact Operations
Judge Advocate General (JAG) officers are called the “conscience of the military.” They are lawyers who serve in the armed forces. Their role includes ensuring the military adheres to U.S. laws and values during overseas operations and making sure justice is served within the military’s judicial system. Recently, the Trump administration fired the top JAG officers. Retired Army Lt. Gen. James Dubik worked with JAG officers during his deployments…
BLOODBATH: Trump Administration Ousts Several Top Career Officials at DOJ Including at Least Three National Security Officials - National Security Division Completely Gutted
In a dramatic shakeup, the Trump Administration has dismissed key officials from the Justice Department, raising questions about the implications for national security and governance. This bold move signals a tumultuous political landscape.
Trump DOJ Fires Head of Organized Crime Drug Task Force
The head of a key U.S. Justice Department task force that combats drugs and organized crime was fired on Friday, amid a move by President Donald Trump's administration to purge or sideline career officials.
Trump’s Justice Department ousts national security officials in latest purge
The Justice Department has removed top national security officials as part of a widespread purge of senior career leaders across the law enforcement agency, according to people familiar with the decisions who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss personnel issues.
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