Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee are urging the D.C. bar association to investigate Ed Martin, the interim U.S. attorney, for purported abuse of prosecutorial authority against political adversaries. Senator Richard J. Durbin led the charge, accusing Martin of unethical behavior, including not recusing himself from cases involving a Capitol rioter he represented and actively influencing case decisions. They argue that his actions undermine the independence of the Justice Department, tying it to a broader agenda instigated by President Trump. Martin's behavior may hinder his chances of Senate confirmation as permanent U.S. attorney due to alienation among some Republicans.
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee are asking the District of Columbia's bar association to investigate Ed Martin, citing abuse of prosecutorial power to threaten opponents.
Richard J. Durbin and other senators accuse Mr. Martin of violating professional standards by not recusing himself in cases involving political foes.
Martin's conduct highlights a broader strategy by Trump and his allies to undermine the independence of the Department of Justice and challenge the rule of law.
The letter to the bar association argues that Martin's actions compromise his fitness as a lawyer and could complicate his confirmation as permanent U.S. attorney.
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