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Justice Department Exodus: Eight Lawyers Resign Amid Turmoil

4/9/2025

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A wave of departures is sweeping through the Justice Department's solicitor general's office, with at least eight lawyers resigning amid the tumultuous legal battles faced by the Trump administration. Frustration over leadership's push for unwavering support of Trump's agenda has sparked this exodus, raising alarms about the office's future and its capacity to attract skilled attorneys during critical times.

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A wave of departures is sweeping through the Justice Department's solicitor general's office, with at least eight lawyers resigning amid the tumultuous legal battles faced by the Trump administration. Frustration over leadership's push for unwavering support of Trump's agenda has sparked this exodus, raising alarms about the office's future and its capacity to attract skilled attorneys during critical times.