Trump Fires Virginia US Attorney Over Letitia James Prosecution Failures

President Donald Trump fired Erik Siebert, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, after Siebert's office could not find sufficient evidence to prosecute New York Attorney General Letitia James for alleged mortgage fraud. Trump accused Siebert of being supported by Democratic senators and criticized him for not aggressively pursuing charges against his political enemies, including James, former FBI Director James Comey, and Senator Adam Schiff. Siebert had reportedly resigned due to pressure but Trump denied his resignation and asserted he had been fired. Trump also expressed frustration with Attorney General Pam Bondi for not bringing charges more swiftly against his opponents. Democratic senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine condemned Trump's actions, stating Siebert was removed for refusing to pursue baseless prosecutions against political foes. The controversy highlights Trump's determination to retaliate against perceived enemies through the Justice Department, despite a lack of prosecutorial evidence.