Joe diGenova, a prominent legal figure and ally of Donald Trump, has stepped down from his role overseeing a Department of Justice inquiry. The investigation was tasked with examining whether former intelligence and law enforcement officials engaged in a conspiracy against the former president.

In comments made on Thursday, diGenova addressed the reasons behind his departure, suggesting that the pace of the investigation was a point of friction. He noted that while some individuals within the Trump camp desired faster results, the nature of building a legal case requires significant time and effort. “Sometimes people want things done faster and that’s all you can do,” diGenova stated, emphasizing that he had performed his duties to the best of his ability given the complexities of the work.

The resignation highlights ongoing tensions regarding the speed and direction of investigations favored by Trump loyalists. While diGenova defended the necessity of a methodical approach to ensure the integrity of the cases, his departure underscores the pressure placed on those leading these inquiries to produce swift outcomes. The Department of Justice has not yet provided a formal statement regarding a successor or the future status of the investigation following diGenova's exit.