The U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly considering a plan to assign military lawyers to assist with immigration court duties, as part of efforts to expedite the processing of immigration cases. Officials have not yet finalized the proposal, which would see military lawyers take on roles in the immigration court system. This move comes as part of a broader administration initiative to streamline domestic operations.
The idea has sparked debate among legal and immigrant advocacy groups, with some raising concerns about the potential impact on the impartiality of the immigration court system. While the administration argues that the move could help reduce the backlog of cases, critics warn that it may compromise the fairness and independence of the judiciary in immigration matters.
President Trump has been increasingly calling for a more aggressive approach to immigration control, which has led to several other military-related initiatives in recent months. These include the use of military in border security and the deployment of active-duty personnel to certain domestic operations. This latest proposal is consistent with that trend.