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Whistleblower Alleges DOJ's Martin Destroyed Key Communications

11/18/2025

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A whistleblower accuses Ed Martin, of the DOJ's Weaponization Working Group, of concealing and destroying communications tied to the group, triggering a House Judiciary Democrats inquiry.
Democrats have requested a complete inventory of Ed Martin's personal devices and communications.
Rep. Jamie Raskin says Martin is legally obligated to preserve these records, suggesting federal-law violations.
Martin's history includes a failed bid for a U.S. attorney role and investigations against Trump opponents.

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A whistleblower accuses Ed Martin, of the DOJ's Weaponization Working Group, of concealing and destroying communications tied to the group, triggering a House Judiciary Democrats inquiry.
Democrats have requested a complete inventory of Ed Martin's personal devices and communications.
Rep. Jamie Raskin says Martin is legally obligated to preserve these records, suggesting federal-law violations.
Martin's history includes a failed bid for a U.S. attorney role and investigations against Trump opponents.