Jason Reding Quiñones, US attorney for the southern district of Florida, announced on Friday he is resigning from the Department of Justice. His departure follows recent exits by other department officials in the wake of Democratic victories in midterm elections. Quiñones had been overseeing an inquiry into whether former government officials engaged in what has been termed a “grand conspiracy” to violate former President Trump’s rights during investigations conducted after the 2020 election. Conservative figures had anticipated the investigation could result in charges against various former officials, including ex-CIA Director John Brennan.
John Eisenberg, who led the Justice Department’s national security division, also announced his departure. The national security division oversees cases involving terrorism and espionage. Eisenberg previously served in the first Trump administration and held positions with the National Security Council. Additionally, Harmeet Dhillon, head of the Justice Department’s civil rights division, announced her resignation on Thursday.
US Attorney General Todd Blanche issued statements praising both Quiñones and Eisenberg’s service. Regarding Quiñones, Blanche highlighted work on violent crime, drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and transnational crime. For Eisenberg, Blanche noted his strengthening of the nation’s ability to address foreign and domestic threats.
The departures occur as Democrats, following their midterm election successes, have indicated plans to conduct aggressive oversight of the Justice Department and other agencies. According to reporting, the investigation overseen by Quiñones had encountered personnel challenges and has not resulted in filed charges. Conservative commentator Julie Kelly characterized the inquiry as “essentially dead” following the announcement.
Dhillon’s exit involves additional circumstances. She had sought to leave earlier but was asked by White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles to remain until after election day. She submitted her resignation letter on 13 October, prior to a 60 Minutes appearance, and had previously indicated in August intentions to return to private practice.
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