Summary
The Trump administration has fired eight immigration judges in New York City as part of a larger effort to increase deportations. This decision is part of a nationwide change in the immigration court system. The firings contribute to an already large case backlog in immigration courts across the U.S.
Key Facts
- Eight immigration judges in New York City were fired.
- The judges worked at 26 Federal Plaza, a major immigration court location.
- The firings are part of a national movement affecting about 90 judges, with only 36 replaced this year.
- Immigration judges decide on deportation and asylum cases.
- The U.S. has over 3.7 million pending immigration cases.
- The Justice Department did not explain why the judges were dismissed.
- The move aligns with President Trump’s goal to speed up deportations.
- New York City’s immigration court has had tensions involving ICE and local officials.
