Joe Biden’s administration sparked concerns among legal experts.
The abrupt firings deviate from the usual transition practice, where incoming presidents request resignations rather than firing officials without notice. A deputy White House director informed the affected attorneys via email of their immediate terminations, which is seen as an unusual move, potentially causing disruptions in ongoing federal cases.
Among those dismissed were U.S. Attorneys Tara McGrath, Erek Barron, and Ismail Ramsey, while others like Dena King also resigned under the president’s directive. Critics argue that the sudden vacancies could impact critical investigations and prosecutions, especially involving organized crime and public corruption.
While some view this as a standard political shake-up, others believe it reflects Trump’s effort to consolidate control over the Justice Department and install loyalists. The White House has not yet clarified the reasoning behind these dismissals.
