Bondi’s Dismissal Order Sparks Mass Legal Resignations, Exceeding Watergate
The Justice Department’s dismissal of corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has triggered a mass exodus of at least six senior officials, including Manhattan’s U.S. Attorney. This unprecedented wave of resignations, surpassing even the 1973 “Saturday Night Massacre” in scale, stems from concerns over political interference in the case. The dismissals, ordered by Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, cited concerns of “weaponization” of the justice system, while resigning officials argued the decision was improper. The controversy draws parallels to past instances of executive overreach and raises serious questions about the independence of the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
John Q. Hosedrinker