Eric Holder, DOJ Misconduct, Washington 2023

Holder Taps Career Prosecutor in DOJ Misconduct Probe

WASHINGTON – In a move aimed at cleaning up the government’s own house, Attorney General Eric Holder has appointed veteran career prosecutor Robin C. Ashton as head of the Office of Professional Responsibility, tasked with investigating allegations of professional misconduct involving DOJ attorneys.

Ashton, a 25-year DOJ veteran, has a reputation for being tough on crime and corruption. Her appointment comes at a time when the DOJ is under scrutiny for its mishandling of high-profile cases and allegations of misconduct among its ranks.

“As a veteran career prosecutor, Robin is uniquely qualified to serve as Counsel for Professional Responsibility, and I am confident she will lead the office with the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and dedication,” Holder said in a statement.

The Office of Professional Responsibility is responsible for investigating allegations of professional misconduct involving DOJ attorneys. Ashton’s experience makes her the ideal candidate for the job, given her background in handling complex cases and her proven track record of integrity.

Ashton has worked in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia since 1991, serving most recently as the Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney for Management where she managed and directed the oversight of significant civil and criminal cases and special operations.

She served as Deputy Director in the Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys (EOUSA) at the DOJ from 2001 to 2005, where she worked closely with the 94 U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and provided oversight of the litigation divisions and operational components.

Ashton received her B.A. in English from the University of Michigan and her J.D. from the College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law. She has been recognized for her outstanding leadership and service, having received the Attorney General’s Award for Outstanding Leadership in Management and the United States Attorney’s Award for Meritorious Service in 2010, and EOUSA’s Director’s Award for Executive Achievement in 2004.

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