Shakeup in Jan. 6 Probe: D.C. U.S. Attorney Fires Prosecutors, Launches New Investigations

The Washington Post

In a significant development, interim D.C. U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin, Jr. has dismissed around 30 federal prosecutors who worked on January 6, 2021, Capitol riot cases. This move marks a new direction in the investigation, with Martin launching new probes into the insurrection. The change comes after four years of ongoing investigations and prosecutions related to the Capitol riot. As the Justice Department continues to navigate the complexities of these cases, Martin's decision is likely to have significant implications for the future of the probes, potentially involving federal law, criminal justice, and national security.