Summary
More than 200 former employees of the U.S. Department of Justice have signed a letter criticizing what they see as damage to the Civil Rights Division under President Donald Trump. They claim the division's focus has changed under his administration, causing many staff members to leave. The letter highlights concerns about the shift in priorities and the departure from traditional civil rights objectives.
Key Facts
- Over 200 former Justice Department employees signed an open letter.
- The letter claims the Civil Rights Division's mission has changed under President Trump.
- Many employees, including 75% of attorneys, have reportedly left the division.
- The Civil Rights Division was created in 1957 to fight segregation and discrimination.
- The letter accuses the current administration of aligning the division's focus with Trump's priorities.
- It mentions the dropping of lawsuits related to voting rights and migrant children's abuse.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi and Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon have defended their approach, citing different enforcement priorities.
