Trump LAYS INTO THE DOJ

​President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the Department of Justice (DOJ) headquarters on March 14, 2025, where he criticized former DOJ officials, accusing them of transforming the department into a "Department of Injustice." He pledged to expel these "corrupt forces" and provide a comprehensive public account of their alleged misconduct. Trump emphasized the need for complete accountability to prevent future occurrences of such issues. ​
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Addressing his own past federal prosecutions, Trump accused previous administrations of unlawfully targeting him and his associates, labeling the charges against him as false. He criticized the actions of the legal and intelligence communities against his campaign and reiterated his claim that his 2020 election loss was "rigged." ​
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Trump also discussed surviving an assassination attempt during a rally in July 2024, describing it as a "miracle." He highlighted his administration's efforts to combat fentanyl and crime, including funding extensive anti-drug advertisements to curb fentanyl overdoses. Alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi, Trump vowed to end corruption and restore law and order. ​
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The speech underscored Trump's ongoing efforts to reshape the DOJ by installing loyalists in key positions, challenging its traditional independence, and instigating personnel changes. ​