U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins resigns

Late last week, U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins submitted her resignation to President Joe Biden, just a year-and-a-half into her appointment.

Her resignation follows the release of two investigations, detailing numerous allegations against Rollins, including that she used her federal position to influence a local election in Suffolk County.

WBUR Senior Correspondent Deborah Becker joins The Common with more.