President Donald Trump sharply criticised a group of federal prosecutors at a White House event this week, denouncing them as “weak” and pressing for more forceful action in cases he believes warrant urgent attention.

The gathering, initially intended as a ceremonial appearance with U.S. attorneys from across the country, shifted tone when the president delivered an extended assessment of prosecutorial priorities and performance.

According to people familiar with the event, Trump argued that delays and caution inside federal prosecutors’ offices were obstructing the work of Justice Department leadership.

He emphasised the need for faster decision-making and clearer resolve, framing his remarks as a call for accountability and effectiveness within federal law enforcement.

The comments came amid heightened scrutiny of several politically sensitive investigations and reflected the president’s broader frustration with what he views as institutional hesitation.

Senior officials present later stressed that prosecutorial decisions continue to follow established legal standards, while also reaffirming support for the administration’s law-and-order agenda.

The episode underscores persistent tensions between the White House and elements of the Justice Department, as Trump continues to advocate a more assertive approach to federal prosecutions.

It also highlights the delicate balance between presidential expectations and the traditional independence exercised by federal prosecutors in high-profile cases.