U.S. has a quarter fewer immigration judges than it did a year ago. Here's why

The continued drain of personnel from the already strained immigration court system has contributed to depleted staff morale, mounting case backlogs — and floundering due process.

U.S. has a quarter fewer immigration judges than it did a year ago. Here's why
The front lobby of the Miami Immigration Court seen on Jan. 28, 2026 in Miami, Florida.

The continued drain of personnel from the already strained immigration court system has contributed to depleted staff morale, mounting case backlogs — and floundering due process.

(Image credit: Joe Raedle)

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