Senate Judiciary Democrats launched an eleventh hour assault on Trump’s nominee for DC US Lawyer Ed Martin as he awaits Senate affirmation.
Earlier this month Democrat Senator Adam Schiff (CA), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced he’s putting a maintain on a vote to substantiate Ed Martin.
Ed Martin is at the moment the Appearing US Lawyer for DC and Trump just lately introduced he nominated him for a everlasting place as one of many nation’s prime cops.
If Ed Martin isn’t confirmed by Might 20, federal courtroom in DC will appoint an interim US Lawyer till he’s confirmed. There’s at the moment no vote scheduled to substantiate Ed Martin.
Schiff beforehand stated he’s holding up Ed Martin’s nomination as a result of he has “abused the facility of the US Lawyer’s workplace in DC” and used his workplace as a “cudgel to relax dissent…”
On Tuesday, CNN and The Washington Put up ran hit items on Ed Martin claiming he “didn’t recall a few of his most controversial previous statements in response to a collection of questions put to him by members of the Senate Judiciary Committee.”
“In his written responses, which have been submitted below oath, Martin deflected and distanced himself from his previous inflammatory rhetoric and feedback on Democrats, the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot and the federal justice system,” CNN reported.
“Martin refused to say unequivocally there was violence on January 6, 2021, and wouldn’t straight reply if he believed the 2020 election was stolen. He additionally didn’t shut the door on the concept Trump might serve a 3rd time period as president,” CNN reported.
Senate Judiciary Democrats accused Ed Martin of submitting false statements below oath.
“Ed Martin, Donald Trump’s decide for U.S. Lawyer in DC, submits false statements below oath, dodges 80+ questions in written responses submitted to the committee,” Senate Judiciary Democrats stated on Tuesday afternoon.
BREAKING: Ed Martin, Donald Trump’s decide for U.S. Lawyer in DC, submits false statements below oath, dodges 80+ questions in written responses submitted to the committee.
— Senate Judiciary Democrats (@JudiciaryDems) April 29, 2025
In a observe up tweet, Senate Judiciary Dems falsely claimed Ed Martin lied about images of pardoned J6er Timothy Hale.
Ed Martin, Donald Trump’s decide for U.S. Lawyer in DC, advised us *below oath* that he hadn’t seen images of a pardoned insurrectionist posing as Hitler earlier than giving him an award.
However Martin talked about it on his podcast weeks earlier than… and known as it “goofing round.” pic.twitter.com/JkxLG6fInP
— Senate Judiciary Democrats (@JudiciaryDems) April 29, 2025
The Oversight Challenge’s Mike Howell known as out their lies.
“Nowhere within the video clip does he say he noticed the photograph. Actually he has abundantly condemned it,” Mike Howell stated.
That is pretend information and horrible lawyering from @JudiciaryDems
Nowhere within the video clip does he say he noticed the photograph. Actually he has abundantly condemned it.
The political celebration that has embraced Hamas surrogates within the US is spreading misinfo simply to get at Trump.
— Mike Howell (@MHowellTweets) April 29, 2025
Ed Martin wants our assist!
Please copy this letter, fill it in, and ahead it to Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), the Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]April 17, 2025
The Honorable Chuck Grassley
Chairman, Judiciary Committee
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510Pricey Chairman Grassley and Rating Member Durbin,
I write right now in sturdy help of Edward R. Martin, Jr. and his affirmation as the USA Lawyer for the District of Columbia. I’ve had the privilege of understanding Ed for practically 20 years, each personally and professionally, and I supply this letter to talk not solely to his {qualifications}, but additionally to his unwavering character, deep humility, and heartfelt dedication to public service.
Ed isn’t the sort of man who seeks headlines. He seeks outcomes—quietly, persistently, and with integrity. I first got here to know him when he served as Chief of Workers to then-Governor Matt Blunt in Missouri. Even at the moment, Ed carried himself with a uncommon mixture of gravitas and approachability. He listened earlier than he spoke, labored longer hours than anybody else round him, and maintained an open-door coverage for workers, constituents, and group members alike.
Extra just lately, Ed’s work as U.S. Lawyer in Washington, D.C. has solely deepened my respect for him. His dedication to President Trump’s Govt Order “Making the District of Columbia Secure and Lovely” has been hands-on and private. On a number of events, he has joined MPD officers on night patrols—not for present, however to know the advanced challenges our neighborhoods face and to construct genuine relationships with officers and residents alike. His common attendance at group conferences has made him a well-known and trusted presence—uncommon for somebody in his place.
It additionally speaks volumes that Lawyer Basic Pam Bondi chosen Ed to serve on the “Weaponization Working Group,” charged with advancing the Administration’s efforts to finish the misuse of federal energy. Ed brings to that accountability not simply authorized acumen, but additionally ethical readability. He understands the stakes of restoring public belief in our establishments, and he carries that cost with the seriousness it calls for.
Ed’s roots in service transcend legislation and authorities. His early work with the Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis—directing the Human Rights Workplace and increasing authorized entry for the poor—demonstrates a lifelong dedication to justice, human dignity, and bridge-building throughout faiths and communities. His work combating antisemitism and bigotry wasn’t prompted by politics; it was merely who he’s.
Above all, Ed is a person of deep religion, a faithful husband and father, and a servant chief. He leads with compassion and conviction. I’ve seen him make powerful selections with knowledge, however I’ve additionally seen him maintain a door for a stranger, mentor a younger intern, and present up for a grieving household with nothing greater than a quiet presence and a sort phrase.
I urge the Committee to substantiate Edward R. Martin, Jr. as U.S. Lawyer for the District of Columbia. His expertise, integrity, and devotion to justice make him an exemplary candidate, and our nation can be higher served by his continued management.
Respectfully,
[Your Full Name]
April 17, 2025
