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Joshua Stueve, a prominent spokesperson for the Department of Justice (DOJ), has announced his resignation, citing a “toxic work environment” that made it impossible for him to continue. In his resignation letter, Stueve stated, “Simply put, I cannot continue to serve in such a hostile and toxic work environment, where leadership at the highest levels makes it clear that we are neither welcomed nor valued, much less trusted to perform our duties.” Stueve, who has worked under both Republican and Democratic administrations, made it clear that his decision was not influenced by partisan politics.
His resignation is just the latest in a series of departures and firings within federal agencies. This trend follows the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the Trump administration, which has made efforts to streamline government operations and reduce federal spending. DOGE, a program backed by tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, has gained significant access to the internal workings of federal agencies since its inception in January. Its focus has been on reforming and cutting back parts of the government, which has led to increasing pressure on federal employees, prompting many to resign.
Musk has openly criticized federal workers, calling attention to inefficiencies within the system. His remarks, including those made in a recent Cabinet meeting, have further contributed to the strained atmosphere in Washington, especially among career employees.
Stueve expressed his disappointment at the state of the DOJ under current leadership. “It is heartbreaking to witness the absence of basic decency in the department,” he wrote. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who took office earlier this month, now leads the DOJ during this period of significant change.
Stueve’s resignation highlights the broader tension between career civil servants and the political appointees now in charge, underscoring the challenges of navigating a deeply divided federal government under President Trump’s administration.
