What A Day Loyalty Over Competence At Trump's Justice Department
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Jul 31, 2025 
Andrew McCabe, former FBI Deputy Director, shares his insider perspective on the recent confirmation of Emil Bove as a federal judge. Bove's controversial confirmation raises alarms about loyalty overshadowing competence in the Justice Department. McCabe discusses how this signals a shift in the department's integrity and what it means for the future of federal investigations. He also reflects on the evolving dynamics within the FBI, hinting at significant implications for national security and the agency's impartiality.
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Concerns Over Emil Bovee's Confirmation
- Emil Bovee's confirmation to a lifetime appellate judgeship is worrying due to credible allegations of encouraging DOJ staff to ignore court orders.
- His limited legal experience and refusal to directly answer simple questions add to concerns about the judicial nomination process.
Whistleblower Suppression's Effect
- DOJ ignoring whistleblower claims about Bovee sends a clear message to career prosecutors to stay silent.
- This lack of oversight damages morale and betrays the integrity of the justice system.
FBI's Shift in Priorities and Resources
- FBI under current leadership has redirected resources to Epstein file reviews and loyalty polygraphs, reducing focus on terrorism and white-collar crime.
- Agents specializing in terrorism are reassigned to immigration duties, undermining core FBI missions essential for national security.