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Three resignations in two days: Justice Department sees huge shake-up after GOP midterms rout

Senior Justice Department officials step down after Republicans’ election setbacks as Attorney General Todd Blanche announces leadership changes.

Three resignations in two days: Justice Department sees huge shake-up after GOP midterms rout

The US Justice Department has experienced a significant leadership shake-up following the Republican Party’s losses in the midterm elections. Within two days, three senior officials resigned, including Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for National Security John Eisenberg, and US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida Jason Reding Quinones.

These resignations occurred amidst Democrats gaining control of the US House, presenting a political setback for President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. The departures have raised questions about the administration’s legal and political strategy as the remainder of Trump’s term unfolds.

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