NEW! Read our op-ed in USA Today about why independent prosecutors should give us hope as we witness President Trump politicize the justice system at a scale never before seen in modern U.S. history.
“The tenets of an independent prosecutor are straightforward yet powerful: They uphold the rule of law, protect civil and human rights, hold the powerful accountable equally, act independently from political pressures and defend democracy.”
-Executive Director Cristine Soto DeBerry in USA Today
Independent prosecutors are legal professionals who operate free from political interference, ensuring that justice is served based on facts and the rule of law rather than partisan agendas. Their role is crucial in holding powerful individuals accountable, safeguarding democracy, and maintaining public trust in the legal system.
The ability to investigate and prosecute cases without external pressure is fundamental to a fair legal system. In recent years, we’ve seen how political figures attempt to manipulate the justice system to protect themselves or punish their opponents. Independent prosecutors provide a necessary check against these abuses of power, ensuring that no one is above the law.
Stand with Federal Prosecutors
We stand with the brave federal prosecutors who refuse to be bullied and threatened into violating their oaths and abandoning the rule of law, including those who resisted pressure to dismiss charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
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Read some of the resignation letters from federal prosecutors:
Sign Our Petition
The move by the Department of Justice to dismiss corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams in exchange for his collusion on immigration enforcement is a flashing red warning sign. Political interference in prosecutorial decisions erodes the integrity of our justice system — and we can’t let it slide.
Add your name now to our petition to demand accountability and protect the independence of our justice system. Every signature sends a clear message: Justice is not for sale.
The ABA Supports the Rule of Law
American Bar Association, February 2025
Statement of Principles to Preserve, Protect and Defend the Constitution, the Rule of Law, and American Democracy
American Bar Association, August 2024
Preempting Progress: States Take Aim at Local Prosecutors
Local Solutions Support Center, May 2024
Editorial: GOP hunt for ‘rogue’ prosecutors is attack on democracy
Los Angeles Times, September 2023
