In the first month of President Trump's administration, his political appointees have aggressively sought to reshape the Justice Department, claiming to reverse previous politicization by the Biden administration. Emil Bove III, the acting deputy attorney general and Trump’s former criminal defense lawyer, has led efforts that risk undermining the department's nonpartisan integrity. This tension led to the resignation of Danielle R. Sassoon, the interim U.S. attorney in Manhattan, who refused to dismiss corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Sassoon’s resignation exemplifies the ongoing struggle to maintain institutional accountability amid growing political pressure within the federal law enforcement framework.
President Trump's political appointees are trying to reshape the Justice Department, pushing back against norms as they assert control over federal law enforcement.
The efforts led by Emil Bove III showcase Trump's commitment to influence federal law enforcement, leading to a crisis of institutional integrity within the Justice Department.
Danielle R. Sassoon resigned over orders to dismiss charges against Mayor Eric Adams, citing her duty to uphold the law without fear or favor.
Bove’s attempt to have the Washington office intervene in the case highlights the lengths to which Trump’s team will go to exert control.
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