US Attorney Pirro Demotes Criminal Head as Court Losses Multiply

Chief DC prosecutor Jeanine Pirro demoted the criminal chief leading her office’s implementation of Trump’s agenda, following numerous court setbacks including a ruling that imperils the administration’s ability to re-charge former FBI Director James Comey.

Jonathan Hornok, the criminal division chief selected by Pirro’s predecessor and current Justice Department weaponization czar Ed Martin, was stripped of his supervisory title last week, said four people familiar with the situation. Although Pirro has long been seeking to replace him, the deciding factor for the abrupt demotion—without a named successor—was connected to his handling of litigation that may tank a neighboring district’s attempt ...