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DOJ Crisis: Exodus of Attorneys Amid Immigration Backlog

2/10/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump oversees a Department of Justice facing an exodus of attorneys.
Former federal prosecutor Mark Rotert notes changes in hiring, including appeals for candidates lacking traditional qualifications.
The DOJ is overwhelmed with immigration cases, creating backlogs.
Attorney Julie Le reports distress in court over the demands placed on her.
The administration's reinterpretation of immigration law has led to unlawful detentions, signaling a broader DOJ breakdown.

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U.S. President Donald Trump oversees a Department of Justice facing an exodus of attorneys.
Former federal prosecutor Mark Rotert notes changes in hiring, including appeals for candidates lacking traditional qualifications.
The DOJ is overwhelmed with immigration cases, creating backlogs.
Attorney Julie Le reports distress in court over the demands placed on her.
The administration's reinterpretation of immigration law has led to unlawful detentions, signaling a broader DOJ breakdown.