Overview
- Multiple outlets report Martin is no longer leading the Justice Department’s Weaponization Working Group, while a DOJ spokesperson says he remains the department’s pardon attorney.
- He has been relocated from Main Justice to the DOJ’s satellite pardon office in Northeast Washington, according to people familiar with the change.
- Sources say Blanche significantly curtailed Martin’s remit, and some reports say Martin is expected to leave the department in the coming weeks, though DOJ has not confirmed any departure.
- The Weaponization Working Group is continuing and, according to reporting, has increased its meeting frequency with plans discussed to convene daily.
- Federal prosecutors have scrutinized Martin’s involvement in mortgage-related inquiries tied to Sen. Adam Schiff, including a grand jury subpoena seeking communications with Martin.