Summary
The Justice Department fired at least three prosecutors who were working on cases related to the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot. These prosecutors were involved in overseeing or prosecuting cases connected to the attack, but the department did not provide a specific reason for their dismissal.
Key Facts
- The Justice Department dismissed at least three prosecutors involved in January 6 cases.
- Two of the fired attorneys were supervisors, and one was a line attorney handling cases.
- A letter from Attorney General Pam Bondi announced their immediate removal but did not give reasons.
- The dismissals are part of broader actions affecting prosecutors linked to January 6 cases.
- President Trump pardoned individuals charged in connection with the Capitol riot on his return to the White House.
- More than 1,500 people who participated in the riot were initially prosecuted.
- Earlier, Ed Martin, an interim U.S. attorney, demoted several prosecutors from roles linked to these cases.
- In January, acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove ordered the firing of about 24 temporary prosecutors related to the January 6 cases.
