Nearly 100 Former Federal Prosecutors Oppose Trump’s Pick for D.C. U.S. Attorney

Nearly 100 former U.S. prosecutors in Washington, D.C., have signed a strongly worded memo urging the Senate to reject President Trump’s nominee, Ed Martin, for the office’s top role. The signatories, who served under presidents from Lyndon B. Johnson to Joe Biden, described Martin as unqualified and dangerous, citing his lack of prosecutorial experience and involvement in efforts to undermine the 2020 election results. Martin has drawn widespread criticism for firing attorneys involved in January 6 prosecutions and for his past advocacy for the “Stop the Steal” movement.

The memo, obtained by CBS News, warned that Martin’s confirmation would damage public trust in the justice system. “Whether our message is futile or not, it is an expression of our conscience,” the letter stated, citing Martin’s refusal to recognize the legitimacy of the 2020 election and downplay the Capitol riot as disqualifying behaviors. The memo follows heightened tensions around Martin’s interim leadership, with reports of low morale and confusion within the office under his command.

Senate Democrats, including Sen. Adam Schiff, have voiced staunch opposition, with Schiff placing a hold on the nomination and calling for a rare confirmation hearing — the first for a U.S. attorney nominee in 40 years. Meanwhile, former prosecutors are lobbying Republican senators like Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley, seen as key to blocking the nomination. Despite brief meetings with GOP staff, no commitments have been made, leaving Martin’s confirmation in a contentious limbo.

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