Trump DOJ Announces New Firings

Washington, D.C. — In a move shaking the foundations of federal oversight, the Department of Justice has dismissed two top antitrust officials for reported insubordination. The firings come amid rising tensions over controversial corporate mergers and increasing scrutiny of political interference inside the Biden-era Justice Department.

DOJ Removes Senior Antitrust Leaders During Crucial Big Tech Lawsuits

On Tuesday, the Department of Justice confirmed the dismissal of Roger Alford, the principal deputy assistant attorney general, and Bill Rinner, who oversaw merger enforcement as a deputy assistant attorney general. CBS News was the first to report the move, which underscores escalating internal conflict within the agency as it takes on major antitrust battles against tech giants like Google and Apple.

Mergers Under Fire: $14B HPE Deal Sparks DOJ Power Struggle

At the center of the controversy is the Justice Department’s recent approval of Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, a merger that had previously triggered DOJ litigation under the Trump administration.

Sources say the deal was only approved after Attorney General Pam Bondi’s chief of staff intervened and overruled DOJ antitrust division chief Gail Slater—raising serious questions about backdoor influence and potential political pressure.

That settlement, along with T-Mobile’s $4.4 billion acquisition of UScellular, has sparked fierce criticism from legal experts, watchdogs, and even members of Congress.

Trump DOJ Keeps Up Pressure on Tech Giants Despite Internal Turmoil

Since President Donald Trump returned to office, his administration has doubled down on antitrust enforcement, targeting tech monopolies and challenging corporate collusion. Despite efforts by Big Tech billionaires—including Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg—to negotiate settlements, the Federal Trade Commission advanced its trial against Meta in April, refusing to back down.

The message from the Trump administration is clear: no corporation is above the law—no matter how much they spend on lobbying or campaign donations.

Senate Democrats Raise Red Flags Over DOJ Deal with HPE

In a rare bipartisan area of concern, Senators Elizabeth Warren, Amy Klobuchar, Cory Booker, and Richard Blumenthal urged the court to hold an evidentiary hearing on the DOJ’s settlement with HPE.

In a letter to the judge, the senators warned that the deal may have been tainted by political connections and insider lobbying tied directly to the White House and attorney general’s office. They argue the agreement “fails to address” the original antitrust complaint and could allow powerful tech firms to consolidate even more control.

Public Trust at Stake: Who Is the DOJ Really Working For?

The senators’ letter stated, “The Justice Department must stand as the lawyer for the American people. A rushed settlement that enriches well-connected lobbyists while ignoring antitrust violations is not justice—it’s corruption.”

For many Americans—especially those concerned about crony capitalism, government overreach, and the unchecked power of Silicon Valley—these developments strike a familiar chord.

What Comes Next for DOJ Antitrust Policy Under President Trump?

As President Trump continues to clean house and reassert authority over federal agencies, many conservatives see this as a necessary step in draining the swamp inside the DOJ. The firing of rogue officials unwilling to follow the administration’s America First agenda sends a message that bureaucratic resistance will no longer be tolerated.

With billions at stake in future mergers and lawsuits, the question now is whether the DOJ will serve the interests of everyday Americans—or cave to the demands of corporate elites and their political allies.