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Trump Administration Fires 70 Judges, Sparking Due Process Concerns

11/7/2025

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The Trump administration fired 70 immigration judges, many with immigrant-representation backgrounds, to boost mass deportations.
NPR's analysis shows many of the 70 terminations lacked reasons.
The Justice Department says it does not prioritize firings by judges' backgrounds.
A federal judge expressed concern that Broadview facility conditions may be unconstitutional.
The immigration court reshaping raises questions about due process for immigrants.

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Story summary

The Trump administration fired 70 immigration judges, many with immigrant-representation backgrounds, to boost mass deportations.
NPR's analysis shows many of the 70 terminations lacked reasons.
The Justice Department says it does not prioritize firings by judges' backgrounds.
A federal judge expressed concern that Broadview facility conditions may be unconstitutional.
The immigration court reshaping raises questions about due process for immigrants.