Trump's Power Play: Charting a New Course for the Justice Department

Donald Trump is strategizing to restructure the Justice Department with loyalists to support his controversial agenda, including mass deportations and retribution against his 2020 prosecutors. This move has raised concerns over the potential politicization and impact on prosecutorial independence.

In an audacious attempt to reshape the Justice Department, Donald Trump is prioritizing loyalty as he assembles his cabinet. Key to his strategy is appointing an attorney general who supports his agenda, including mass deportations and seeking retribution against past prosecutors.

Trump's transition team, led by conservative attorney Mark Paoletta, is set to transform the Justice Department, warning current employees to align with Trump's agenda or face job insecurity. This move has sparked concerns about a drastic shift in the department's focus and the erosion of prosecutorial independence.

The shift aims to prioritize illegal immigration cases and adjust the Civil Rights Division's focus. Experts warn that Trump's plans could undermine justice standards established post-Watergate, marking a significant departure in prosecutorial impartiality.

(With inputs from agencies.)