Summary
A U.S. federal judge criticized the Department of Justice lawyers for not having the needed resources and training to handle immigration cases properly. The judge noted failures in a specific case where the government did not comply with court orders regarding the release of a detained man. This situation is part of broader issues related to immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump's administration.
Key Facts
- A federal judge said U.S. attorneys working on immigration cases lack resources and training.
- Judge Provinzino from the U.S. Minnesota District Court highlighted these issues in an order.
- The case involved Rigoberto Soto Jimenez, who filed a habeas corpus writ challenging his detention.
- The court ordered Soto Jimenez's release by February 13, but the government did not comply as instructed.
- Soto Jimenez was released in Texas instead of Minnesota and without his identification documents.
- The judge found Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Isihara in civil contempt for not following court orders.
- A $500 daily fine was imposed for each day after February 19 that Soto Jimenez remained without his documents.
- Immigration enforcement has been a focal point during President Trump's administration, leading to protests and scrutiny.
