Overview

• Ed Martin, Trump’s nominee for U.S. Attorney in D.C., appeared on Russian state media outlets RT and Sputnik more than 150 times between 2016 and 2024, often echoing Kremlin narratives.
• Martin initially failed to disclose these appearances in his Senate Judiciary Committee questionnaire, later submitting a supplemental letter after media scrutiny.
• Former January 6 prosecutors and Senate Democrats have called for disciplinary investigations into Martin’s actions, citing concerns about his ethical conduct and qualifications.
• Critics highlight Martin’s lack of prosecutorial experience, his partisan actions as interim U.S. Attorney, and his role in the “Stop the Steal” movement.
• If Martin’s nomination is not confirmed by May 20, his interim appointment will expire, leaving the critical D.C. U.S. Attorney’s office without leadership.