DOJ Attorney Pleads Contempt Over ICE Noncompliance

In federal court on Feb. 3, 2026, DOJ attorney Julie Le implored Judge Jerry Blackwell to hold her in contempt after saying ICE repeatedly failed to comply with his orders during Operation Metro Surge. Le described the Justice Department as "overwhelmed" and emotional, noting five habeas cases where detainees remained detained; the exchange highlights procedural breakdowns and strained DOJ resources.
Scoring Rationale
Direct courtroom disclosure exposes agency noncompliance, but local reporting and limited depth reduce broader impact.
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