Baxter’s dismissal closely follows the earlier termination of Dunn, whose highly publicized confrontation with federal law enforcement officers involved shouting and throwing a sandwich at an officer. Video footage of the incident circulated widely, and his actions were seen as emblematic of growing internal tensions between career DOJ workers and the administration.
Bondi’s response at the time was blunt and public. “You cannot work for this Department while disrespecting our government and those who defend it,” she said. Her message was not limited to one employee—it was directed at the entire federal workforce.
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A Broader Push for Accountability
These terminations are part of a larger realignment within the Department of Justice, one that Bondi and her team describe as necessary to restore integrity, respect, and alignment with the agency’s mission. “This DOJ remains committed to defending the rule of law and supporting those who enforce it,” she said.
Critics argue, however, that the firings reflect a more political motive—an attempt to suppress dissenting opinions within the federal service. Supporters counter that the Attorney General is simply restoring discipline and ensuring that federal employees uphold the dignity and neutrality of their positions.
Navigating Free Speech and Professional Conduct
