Staff Reports
The anticipated return of Donald Trump to the White House is set to shake up the old guard in Washington, D.C., particularly within the Department of Justice. With a sharp eye on the so-called deep state, the incoming administration has made it clear that any DOJ employees unwilling to align with Trump’s agenda are in for a rude awakening. Mark Paoletta, a legal heavyweight on Trump’s transition team, wasted no time in drawing a line in the sand through a pointed statement on social media, indicating that the time for complacency is over.
Paoletta’s message was straightforward: the DOJ must align with Trump’s priorities or find a new line of work. From securing the southern border to enforcing a crackdown on illegal immigration—including swift action against serious offenders—Trump’s expectations for his administration are both ambitious and necessary. He also emphasized the need to dismantle sanctuary cities that impede federal law enforcement, signaling a renewed commitment to uphold the rule of law.
JUST IN: Following @POLITICO story on fear in DOJ ranks, Trump transition figure @MarkPaoletta warns career DOJ lawyers to get on board with Trump agenda or clear out. 'Resistance' won't be tolerated, he says https://t.co/TgreUP97wN
— Josh Gerstein (@joshgerstein) November 11, 2024
Restoration of law and order will be another cornerstone of the new administration, as cities plagued by unrest and so-called progressive prosecutors face the harsh spotlight of accountability. The message was resoundingly clear: only those employees willing to implement Trump’s lawful agenda should remain, while any hint of resistance will lead to consequences, including possible termination.
The post served as a reminder that civil servants are not elected officials; they don’t determine the agenda. They are there to ensure the implementation of the president’s directives and to abide by the will of the people that voted decisively for Trump’s policies. Employees unwilling to comply with this mandate are effectively undermining democracy itself, according to Paoletta’s stern warning.
As January 20 approaches, a new chapter is set to begin in the nation’s capital. The incoming Trump administration is ready to confront the hangers-on from the previous regime who are likely to resist the bold changes coming down the pipeline. This time around, the mantra is clear: change is coming, and Washington better be ready to get in line or face the consequences.
