DOJ Immigration Enforcement Enhancement

Department of Justice / U.S. Attorneys Offices

Issue guidance requiring U.S. Attorneys to prioritize immigration offense prosecutions and assist DHS in obtaining information about criminal aliens

"Issue guidance to all U.S. Attorneys emphasizing the importance of prosecuting immigration offenses, and immigration-related offenses" – Project 2025

History

Mon Jan 20 2025

Initial analysis

Disruptive Potential

HIGH

Would significantly increase immigration enforcement and potentially affect immigrant communities and civil rights

Status
Planned

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