Why did Attorney General Alberto Gonzales fire all those US attorneys?

Attorney General Alberto Gonzales faced scrutiny for firing several U.S. attorneys in 2006, a decision that was framed as part of a routine performance review. However, critics argued that the dismissals were politically motivated, aimed at removing prosecutors who were perceived as not aligning with the Bush administration's priorities, particularly in prosecuting voter fraud cases. The controversy led to allegations of politicization within the Justice Department and ultimately contributed to Gonzales's resignation.