Who is Denise Chung and why is her resignation significant?

Denise Chung is the head of the Justice Department's Washington, D.C. criminal division who recently announced her resignation. While not a household name, Chung holds a crucial position overseeing federal criminal prosecutions in the nation's capital through the U.S. attorney's office. Her role is particularly significant as this office handles major federal cases including terrorism and corruption matters. Chung's departure adds to a wave of resignations within the DOJ, highlighting tensions amid controversial leadership nominations and concerns about partisan decision-making, potentially impacting high-profile federal prosecutions in Washington D.C.