On Friday, President Donald Trump addressed the U.S. Justice Department, promising to seek accountability for those who pursued legal actions against him during his time away from office. Trump’s speech, delivered at the department’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., criticized the trajectory of the Justice Department before his return to office in January, branding it as compromised by "hacks and radicals."

Trump emphasized his intent to ensure that those responsible for the "wrongs and abuses" that occurred during his absence are held accountable. "I will insist upon and demand full and complete accountability for the wrongs and abuses that have occurred. The American people have given us a mandate - a mandate like few people thought possible," he declared.

During the period Trump was not in office, the Justice Department brought forth two indictments against him. The charges included allegations of illegal storage of classified documents at his Florida club and accusations of plotting to overturn the 2020 election results.

The president’s speech at the Justice Department was marked by his strong stance on seeking redress for the legal challenges he faced. Trump’s re-engagement with the department comes after a period of legal scrutiny that followed his presidential term.

Trump’s commitment to pursuing accountability reflects his ongoing engagement with the legal processes and institutions that have been a significant part of his post-presidential narrative. The speech at the Justice Department headquarters underscores his continued influence and active participation in the political arena.

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