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Trump Nominee for D.C. U.S. Attorney Faces Growing GOP Resistance

Ed Martin's confirmation is stalled as Republicans and Democrats raise concerns over his qualifications, actions, and undisclosed media appearances.

FILE - Ed Martin speaks at an event hosted by Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., at the Capitol in Washington, June 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Amanda Andrade-Rhoades, File)
Senator Thom Tillis speaks during a hearing in Washington, D.C. on April 30, 2024.
Washington, DC - MARCH 25, 2025: Interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia Edward Martin during an Anacostia Coordinating Council monthly meeting at Martha's Table in Washington, DC on March 25, 2025.

Overview

  • Republican Senators, including Thom Tillis and Chuck Grassley, have called for further vetting of Ed Martin's nomination, citing unanswered questions and missing FBI documentation.
  • Martin's interim tenure has been marked by demotions of January 6 prosecutors, partisan investigations, and controversial comments about Capitol police officers.
  • A CNN analysis revealed Martin failed to disclose nearly 200 media appearances, including on far-right and Russian-state outlets, raising transparency concerns.
  • More than 100 former federal prosecutors have signed a statement opposing Martin, questioning his qualifications and actions during his interim role.
  • The Judiciary Committee has delayed moving forward with Martin's nomination, with his interim appointment set to expire on May 20 if not confirmed.