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Trump Era Sees Dismissal of 25% Immigration Judges

12/31/2025

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In California, more than a quarter of immigration judges have been dismissed since President Donald Trump took office, and critics say this trend undermines the rule of law.
Recent job listings emphasize deportation, triggering backlash from the immigration judges union.
The administration hired military lawyers as temporary judges, sparking controversy due to limited immigration experience.
Legislative efforts to limit such appointments face challenges in Congress and widen immigration policy divides.

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Story summary

In California, more than a quarter of immigration judges have been dismissed since President Donald Trump took office, and critics say this trend undermines the rule of law.
Recent job listings emphasize deportation, triggering backlash from the immigration judges union.
The administration hired military lawyers as temporary judges, sparking controversy due to limited immigration experience.
Legislative efforts to limit such appointments face challenges in Congress and widen immigration policy divides.