Ed Martin leads effort against January 6 prosecutors after dismissing attorneys

theintercept.com February 4, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

Ed Martin, the interim head of the federal prosecutor’s office in Washington, has dismissed around 30 attorneys working on January 6 cases. He cited a memo from the acting U.S. Deputy Attorney General that supports the firings and calls for preserving related records. Martin has been a vocal advocate for January 6 defendants, pushing for dropped charges and cash reparations. He has also demanded jail time for those responsible for prosecuting the defendants, claiming they were victims of a government scheme. Martin's recent actions follow a Supreme Court ruling that limited the use of a key statute in January 6 prosecutions. He has initiated an internal investigation into the handling of these cases, emphasizing the need for accountability within the Justice Department.


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