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Capitol Riots FBI Agents’ Names Set to be Disclosed to Trump’s DOJ Officials


FBI executives were faced with a decision to resist Justice Department demands for the names of FBI personnel involved in Capitol riot cases but ultimately decided they had to comply with the lawful order. The move sparked protests from various groups, including the FBI Agents Association and former FBI director William Webster, who criticized the lack of transparency and due process in the removal of senior FBI officials.

Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee demanded answers from Trump Administration Justice Department and FBI officials about the recent firings and re-assignments, calling it a threat to national security. The Democrats raised concerns about potential mass purges of FBI agents who worked on Capitol riot investigations. The Trump administration’s efforts to control federal agencies and impose staff cuts were seen as alarming and detrimental to national security efforts.

Minority Democrats lacked the power to enforce their requests for documents or block the confirmation of Trump’s choice for FBI director. Republicans on the committee remained silent about the crisis at the FBI, with chairman Charles Grassley not responding to requests for comment. The ousted federal prosecutors who were involved in Jan. 6 cases returned to drop off their belongings, with Acting U.S. Attorney Ed Martin declining to answer questions. The prosecutors, who were on probationary status, were dismissed following the text of Trump’s executive order regarding the Capitol riot prosecutions.

Overall, the situation highlighted tensions and conflicts between the Trump administration and federal law enforcement agencies, with concerns about the impact on national security and the rule of law.

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