Judge Sues Over Asylum Rights Violation | Portland Maine News

A federal immigration judge is suing after being fired for standing up to a directive that would fast-track deportations—even for children seeking asylum. She claims her supervisor warned her the White House was watching, and she was pressured to ignore established procedures protecting detained minors’ rights. This case is part of a larger pattern: over 100 immigration judges have been dismissed since early 2025, many filing lawsuits alleging discrimination. Legal battles are heating up—while one court ruled attorneys general can remove judges at will, that decision is under appeal—and the San Francisco immigration court has permanently closed. The fallout raises urgent questions about due process and judicial independence in the U.S. immigration system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/915c7538a2350ac5