Up First from NPR Justice Department Shakeup, Guantanamo Migrants Lawsuit, Immigration Crackdown Poll
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Feb 14, 2025 A significant shakeup at the U.S. Justice Department has sparked mass resignations over a corruption case tied to the New York City mayor. Meanwhile, legal aid groups are fighting for migrant detainees at Guantanamo Bay, highlighting serious rights concerns. In public opinion, a recent poll reveals divided views on immigration, with growing support for stricter measures among some factions, yet resistance remains. The podcast delves into these critical issues that reflect current political tensions and the ongoing debate around immigration policy.
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Sassoon's Resignation
- Acting U.S. attorney in Manhattan, Danielle Sassoon, resigned after pressure to drop the Adams case.
- Sassoon claimed Adams offered help with immigration enforcement in exchange for dropping charges.
DOJ Resignations
- Multiple resignations at the Justice Department raise concerns about political influence.
- Prosecutors quit after refusing to drop a corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
Migrants' Rights at Guantanamo
- Migrants sent to Guantanamo Bay are held without access to lawyers or the outside world.
- A lawsuit demands they receive legal representation, similar to even suspected terrorists held there.