More than 75 former federal and state judges, including two retired members of the Third Circuit, have publicly opposed Emil Bove’s nomination to that same court, citing a pattern of misconduct, political entanglement, and disregard for legal norms during his time at the Justice Department. Their letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee raises concerns over Bove’s alleged interference in high-profile prosecutions, including Jan. 6 cases, and his reported suggestion to ignore court orders on deportation policy. Despite the criticism and a whistleblower complaint from a former DOJ attorney, Bove has secured the support of key Republican Senator Thom Tillis. The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on his nomination on July 17, 2025.