On the last Friday of June, Assistant U.S. Attorney Mike Gordon was interviewing a victim via Zoom for an upcoming trial in Tampa, Florida, when he received an unexpected visit from the office manager, who delivered a termination letter signed by Attorney General Pam Bondi. The abrupt dismissal left Gordon stunned, as there were no prior warnings or explanations. He suspected his involvement in the January 6 investigations, where he was a senior trial counsel in the Capitol Siege Section, was the reason for his firing. Gordon had been engaged in high-profile cases against individuals involved in the Capitol riot and was also leading significant cases back in Florida, including one against two defendants accused of embezzling over $100 million from a medical trust.
Two days prior to his termination, Gordon had received an “outstanding” evaluation for his work. Following his dismissal, he, along with two other former Justice Department employees, decided to take action by suing the Trump administration, claiming the procedures designed to handle employee grievances through the Merit Systems Protection Board were compromised. Gordon’s case highlights the challenges and uncertainties federal employees face, particularly those involved in politically sensitive investigations. The lawsuit seeks accountability and aims to address the perceived flaws in the federal grievance system. Overall, Gordon’s termination amid his notable contributions raises concerns about the treatment of federal workers during politically contentious times.
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