April 9, 2026

Fired immigration judges allege Trump administration pressure campaign

Over a dozen immigration judges reported feeling pressured to deport immigrants quickly or risk losing their jobs under the Trump administration.
The Justice Department's policies led to a significant drop in asylum approvals, with judges granting asylum in less than 10% of cases this year.
More than 100 immigration judges have left their positions since Trump took office, contributing to a 16% reduction in the immigration judiciary.