Preserve integrity of federal law enforcement and rule of law

The actions taken by the Justice Department to identify and potentially retaliate against FBI agents who carried out their lawful duties in investigating matters related to the former president are deeply concerning and antithetical to the principles of an independent, non-partisan system of law enforcement. Career civil servants and law enforcement officials must be able to do their jobs free from the threat of political retaliation or intimidation. Compiling lists of agents involved in legally authorized investigations, with the implied intent of punishing them, undermines the integrity of federal law enforcement and the rule of law itself. Such actions breed a culture of fear, erode public trust, and impede the ability of dedicated professionals to uphold their sworn oaths. I urge you to use your authority to halt any efforts to target career officials carrying out their duties in good faith, and to ensure our system of justice remains insulated from partisan interference or retaliation. Protecting the independence and integrity of federal law enforcement should be a paramount priority.