Two senior prosecutors in Virginia's Eastern District, Maya Song and Michael Ben'Ary, have been fired shortly after President Trump replaced the U.S. Attorney. Ben'Ary was involved in a high-profile terror case, while Song was a high-ranking official. The firings follow controversy surrounding the charging of former FBI Director James Comey, with staff reportedly disagreeing with the decision. Critics suggest loyalty, not competence, is now a key factor in leadership decisions at the Justice Department.

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