As President Trump begins his new administration, his commitment to restoring trust in the Department of Justice (DOJ) offers a vital opportunity to rebuild public confidence in the fairness and integrity of our justice system. His pledge to appoint principled leaders like Pam Bondi and Kash Patel signals a clear resolve to confront systemic issues, hold bad actors accountable, and ensure justice is applied equally to all Americans. This mission is urgent, as the failures of the previous administration have left deep scars on the foundation of our democracy.

The case of Curt Somoza exemplifies the dire consequences of a politicized and unaccountable DOJ. Somoza, a businessman and CIA contractor, created cutting-edge secure communication technologies designed to protect U.S. national security. According to evidence and reports, DOJ personnel mishandled this technology, releasing it to unauthorized parties—including individuals connected to terrorist organizations. This mishandling extended to next-generation communication technologies that were not only more advanced than what the CIA or U.S. government possessed but also critical to future defense strategies.