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Calls for Disciplinary Probe Escalate Against Trump’s Interim D.C. Prosecutor Ed Martin

Former January 6 prosecutors and conservative legal figures urge an investigation into Martin’s alleged ethical violations as Senate Democrats move to block his confirmation.

Ed Martin speaks at an event at the Capitol in Washington, June 13, 2023.
Ed Martin speaks at an event hosted by Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, June 13, 2023.
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Overview

  • Five former January 6 prosecutors have formally requested a disciplinary investigation into Ed Martin, citing alleged ethical breaches and misuse of prosecutorial powers.
  • Martin, appointed by President Trump as interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., has dismissed January 6 cases, fired prosecutors, and launched politically charged investigations.
  • A letter to the D.C. Bar’s Office of Disciplinary Counsel highlights Martin’s controversial actions, including publicly identifying as 'Trump’s lawyers' and failing to recuse himself from cases involving prior clients.
  • Prominent conservative legal figures, including retired Judge J. Michael Luttig and attorney George Conway, joined the call for an investigation into Martin’s conduct.
  • Senate Democrats, led by Sen. Adam Schiff, are actively blocking Martin’s confirmation, citing his alleged conflicts of interest and politicization of the Justice Department.