Overview

• President Trump appointed Ed Martin to head the DOJ's Weaponization Working Group and serve as Pardon Attorney after withdrawing his nomination for U.S. Attorney in D.C.
• Sen. Thom Tillis's refusal to advance Martin's nomination in the Senate Judiciary Committee ended Martin's bid for the D.C. role.
• The Weaponization Working Group, created by AG Pam Bondi, will review Special Counsel Jack Smith's January 6 investigation and alleged improper tactics.
• As Pardon Attorney, Martin will oversee clemency petitions, including those from figures like former GOP Rep. George Santos.
• Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host and prosecutor, has been named interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., replacing Martin.