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DOJ Admits Violating 50+ Immigration Court Orders in NJ

2/19/2026

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The Department of Justice disclosed it violated more than 50 immigration court orders since December 5, 2025, in New Jersey.
The admission followed backlash against the Trump administration's immigration policies after two fatal shootings involving ICE and Border Patrol.
Associate Deputy Attorney General Jordan Fox expressed regret for missed deadlines and improper deportations.
U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz ordered a compliance plan by February 25 and described violations as alarming.

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The Department of Justice disclosed it violated more than 50 immigration court orders since December 5, 2025, in New Jersey.
The admission followed backlash against the Trump administration's immigration policies after two fatal shootings involving ICE and Border Patrol.
Associate Deputy Attorney General Jordan Fox expressed regret for missed deadlines and improper deportations.
U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz ordered a compliance plan by February 25 and described violations as alarming.