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Senator Urges Trump to Dismiss DOJ Employees Amid Controversial Nominations

Senator Eric Schmitt calls for President-elect Trump to remove Justice Department staff while Trump's choices for key roles raise concerns about politicization.

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Senator Eric Schmitt has urged President-elect Trump to dismiss Justice Department employees involved in ongoing cases against him, citing potential politicization linked to AG nominee Pam Bondi. Concerns escalate as Trump's nominee for deputy AG, Todd Blanche, faces skepticism over his ability to protect DOJ independence. With reports of internal relief after Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from AG contention, fears linger regarding Trump's intent to reconfigure the department and exert influence over law enforcement. The dynamic raises questions about the agency's impartiality in light of expected reforms under the incoming administration.

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