NY Times Fearmongers Over 'Exodus of Lawyers,' Trump Has the Last Laugh
The New York Times reported a significant exodus of lawyers from the Department of Justice since the beginning of 2025. President Trump views this as a positive development, suggesting that those leaving were not aligned with his administration's policies. The article highlights the ongoing debate over the role of government lawyers and their alignment with political agendas.
- ▪More than 10,000 lawyers have left the federal government since early 2025.
- ▪One in five government lawyers had resigned by March 2026, according to a New York Times analysis.
- ▪Many of the departing lawyers disagreed with Trump's policies, which he considers a beneficial outcome.
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NY Times Fearmongers Over 'Exodus of Lawyers,' Trump Has the Last Laugh By Bob Hoge | 7:36 PM on May 31, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. People in black suits. (Credit: Guy Basabose) It’s a day ending in “y,” so of course we have another Trump hit piece on Sunday from the reliable ole New York Times.You should be worried, they write — very worried — because a whole bunch of Deep State lawyers are jumping ship at the Department of Justice, leaving the agency understaffed and unprepared. Oh no! If there’s one thing most sane Americans would vote for, it’s fewer lawyers.
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