At least a dozen federal prosecutors have resigned or announced plans to leave, officials and current and former department staff say, a tally that reflects both immediate exits in Minnesota and senior personnel shifts in Washington. The personnel moves followed internal disputes after department leaders moved to restrict Minnesota state investigators from participating in or accessing evidence in the federal inquiry into Good's death. Justice Department officials declared that Minnesota lacked jurisdiction to investigate the killing, and senior administration figures issued rapid public statements that several prosecutors said preceded a full, independent review. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said the departures raised serious concerns about political pressure on career Justice Department personnel and the ability of the department to pursue thorough criminal inquiries. The departures have immediate policy implications for Minnesota prosecutions and for public confidence in the Justice Department's capacity to investigate federal use of force independently.

Source: Washington Post January 15, 2026 00:25 UTC