Ed Martin
Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows
A DOJ official who served in the Trump administration and became a subject of media scrutiny for his conduct in office. He was stripped of job titles following allegations of weaponized prosecutions, improper handling of grand jury materials, and associations with figures promoting election conspiracy theories. His actions and role in January 6th-related matters made him a point of discussion regarding accountability within the Justice Department.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Strict Scrutiny · Feb 9, 2026
S7 Ep18: Are You There, God? It’s Me, the Constitution.
“Former U.S. Attorney for D.C. who improperly shared grand jury materials targeting Adam Schiff and Letitia James”
Law and Chaos · Feb 3, 2026
Ep 201 — Ed Martin, Don’t Let That Doorknob Split Ya!
“Removed from DOJ leadership after failed weaponization efforts; sent to unspecified position for incompetence”
The Rachel Maddow Show · Feb 3, 2026
Maddow: Trump 'wobbling' as his agenda falls apart in the face of pressure
“Trump DOJ official stripped of job titles for weaponized prosecutions and January 6th prisoner releases”
The Lawfare Podcast · Feb 2, 2026
Lawfare Daily: The Trials of the Trump Administration, Jan. 30
“Sent letter seeking access to 2020 election materials from Fulton County”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Jan 30, 2026
Trump Administration Still Avoiding Accountability for Minneapolis
“DOJ official photographed with Sidney Powell, raising concerns about election conspiracy promotion”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 6, 2026
Jan. 6, 2021: Five Years Later
“Republican activist with no prosecution experience; now oversees clemency and alleged persecution cases”