Trump administration fires more immigration judges
Summary
The Trump administration recently let go nearly 20 immigration judges. This adds to the over 80 judges who have been fired this year. The firings have impacted courts in several states across the U.S.Key Facts
- Nearly 20 immigration judges received notifications of termination this month.
- A total of over 80 judges have been let go so far this year by the Trump administration.
- The firings affected immigration courts in states like Florida, New York, Maryland, California, and Washington.
- 14 judges were put on leave with employment termination possible within days.
- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers confirmed these firings.
- The dismissals coincide with the end of many judges’ probationary periods.
- There is a significant backlog in immigration cases, with delays extending to 2029.
- The Executive Office for Immigration Review has lost more than 125 judges due to firings and resignations since the start of the year.
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