A federal judge is currently considering whether to refer several U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) lawyers for disciplinary action over their handling of deportation cases involving Venezuelan immigrants. The issue stems from allegations that government attorneys may have misrepresented facts or failed to disclose key information in court regarding the Biden administration’s shifting stance on protections for Venezuelan nationals. The judge expressed concern that the conduct may have misled the court or compromised the integrity of proceedings. A decision on the potential referral could carry serious professional implications for the lawyers involved and may spark broader scrutiny of DOJ practices in politically sensitive immigration matters.
