President Donald Trump’s return to power ushered in persistent structural and political shifts at the Justice Department that have redefined the White House’s role in directing federal law enforcement.
Many of the departures from longstanding norms became public flash points—such as removals of career DOJ veterans, investigations of Trump enemies, and numerous grand jury rejections—while others garnered less visible contention but will nonetheless be felt for years to come.
Here’s a recap of the Trump administration’s lower-profile DOJ moves in 2025 that will affect day-to-day operations in Attorney General Pam Bondi’s second year.
Retreat on Ethics
One week after Trump’s ...
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