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Federal Attorney Removed Amid Immigration Agent Withdrawal Plans

2/5/2026

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Julie T. Le, a government attorney detailed from the Department of Homeland Security, was removed from her Justice Department role in Minnesota after expressing frustration about a heavy workload during a court hearing.
The White House announced plans to withdraw 700 federal immigration agents from the Twin Cities.
Le is a Vietnamese immigrant with a legal background who participates in community service and professional organizations.

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Story summary

Julie T. Le, a government attorney detailed from the Department of Homeland Security, was removed from her Justice Department role in Minnesota after expressing frustration about a heavy workload during a court hearing.
The White House announced plans to withdraw 700 federal immigration agents from the Twin Cities.
Le is a Vietnamese immigrant with a legal background who participates in community service and professional organizations.