On February 19, 2025, President Donald Trump ordered the termination of all Biden-era U.S. attorneys, including Oregon’s U.S. Attorney Natalie K. Wight. This decision follows Trump’s assertion that the Justice Department has been politicized against him, prompting a call for immediate changes within the federal legal system.
- Trump orders firing of Biden-era U.S. attorneys
- Claims Justice Department is weaponized and politicized
- Natalie K. Wight terminated as U.S. Attorney
- Standard procedure typically involves resignation requests
- Story is still developing
President Trump’s directive to remove all remaining U.S. Attorneys from the previous administration is not unprecedented but reflects a more aggressive approach than typically seen during transitions of power. Traditionally, incoming presidents request resignations rather than issuing immediate terminations.
The announcement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon confirmed Wight’s termination was communicated by the White House and acknowledged her service as a presidential appointee subject to removal at any time.
- Trump stated: “We must ‘clean house’ IMMEDIATELY.”
- This move aligns with his claims about restoring fairness in America’s justice system.
- The firing of U.S. Attorneys often occurs as part of political shifts following elections.
This situation raises questions about how such abrupt changes might impact ongoing investigations or prosecutions led by these attorneys across various states, including Oregon. As this story develops, further implications may emerge regarding federal law enforcement practices under Trump’s leadership.
The recent firings highlight significant shifts within federal law enforcement as Trump seeks to reshape its leadership structure amid ongoing controversies surrounding his presidency and governance style.
