{"id":13136,"date":"2026-03-10T18:23:50","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:23:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/?p=13136"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:23:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:23:50","slug":"white-house-issues-termination-letters-to-multiple-biden-appointed-u-s-attorneys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/white-house-issues-termination-letters-to-multiple-biden-appointed-u-s-attorneys\/","title":{"rendered":"White House Issues Termination Letters to Multiple Biden-Appointed U.S. Attorneys"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a dramatic move shaking the Justice Department, the White House under President Donald Trump<\/strong> sent immediate termination notices to multiple U.S. Attorneys appointed by former President Joe Biden<\/strong>. The terse emails, signed by the White House\u2019s deputy director for presidential personnel, stated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cAt the direction of President Donald J. Trump, I am writing to inform you that your position as U.S. Attorney is terminated, effective immediately.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s customary for U.S. Attorneys to step down when a new administration takes office, sources say this approach is far from typical. Normally, the incoming administration requests resignations, rather than sending abrupt termination letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several Biden-appointed attorneys from Seattle to Maryland confirmed their departures. Among those affected:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Tara McGrath<\/strong>, San Diego, received a termination notice thanking her for her service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Erek Barron<\/strong>, Maryland, sent a farewell email to his office, describing it as an honor to lead a dedicated team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ismail Ramsey<\/strong>, Northern District of California, formally concluded his tenure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tessa Gorman<\/strong>, Seattle, and Dena King<\/strong>, Western District of North Carolina, also resigned at the president\u2019s request.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Continue reading on next page…<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

    Despite the mass exits, over two dozen Biden appointees remain in their posts, with at least three still confirmed active as of Thursday. Requests for comment from the Justice Department and White House went unanswered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Trump\u2019s Billionaire Ambassadors Sweep Senate Approval<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Meanwhile, the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate confirmed three of President Trump\u2019s ambassadorial nominees, sending billionaires to strategic posts in Europe and the Middle East:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Warren Stephens<\/strong>, United Kingdom & Northern Ireland, 59-39 vote.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tom Barrack<\/strong>, Turkey, 60-36 vote.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tilman Feritta<\/strong>, Italy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Stephens, former CEO of Stephens Inc.<\/strong> in Little Rock, has been a major GOP donor, contributing millions to Trump-aligned PACs. Senator Tom Cotton<\/strong> praised him as a \u201cfamily man, businessman, philanthropist, and patriot,\u201d highlighting his suitability to strengthen U.S.-UK relations. Trump lauded Stephens as someone who \u201chas always dreamed of serving the United States full time.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Barrack, a longtime Trump ally and private equity executive, was also confirmed amid strong party-line support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This series of high-profile moves signals the Trump administration\u2019s focus on replacing key federal legal and diplomatic positions with loyal allies, reshaping both domestic enforcement and international representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Stay informed: Are these sweeping changes a routine reset or a shift in political strategy? Share your thoughts below and join the conversation.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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