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August 21, 2026

Ed Martin Leaves Trump Administration to Focus on Upcoming Elections

  • Ed Martin announced his departure from the Trump administration to focus on legal battles for the upcoming elections, as stated by President Trump.
  • He faced criticism for his handling of January 6 investigations and internal DOJ conflicts during his tenure.
  • Martin's most recent role was as pardon attorney, and he previously directed the Weaponization Working Group at the Justice Department.

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