Budget Cuts and Policy Shifts
The Trump administration dismissed 20 immigration judges, including 13未 sworn-in judges and five assistant chief judges, as part of efforts to reduce federal government size.
This move aligns with Trump administration priorities of mass deportations and reducing federal workforce, impacting over 3.7 million backlogged immigration cases.
Response and Implications
Union officials criticized the firings as dehumanizing and part of a broader campaign against federal employees, with uncertain plans for replacement judges.
The 's actions, including halting support for NGOs aiding deportation cases, have faced legal challenges, reflecting ongoing policy reversals.