On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, ABC News reported that Chief Immigration Judge Sheila McNulty has been removed from her position as part of a broader overhaul of the Justice Department’s Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) under the Trump administration.
McNulty, who was appointed as chief immigration judge in April 2023, had served within EOIR for over a decade. Her role involved managing the immigration court system and making key decisions regarding staffing and budget, as well as overseeing the nationwide corps of immigration judges.
The recent changes within the DOJ have led to the removal of several officials, including Mary Cheng, the acting director of EOIR, and Lauren Alder Reid, the assistant director for policy. The source of this information indicated that the administration’s actions are part of a significant shift in immigration policy and enforcement strategies.
As of now, McNulty’s position is listed as “vacant” on the EOIR website, reflecting the ongoing transition within the office.
The removals were initially reported by The New York Times, highlighting the administration’s commitment to reshaping immigration oversight. The implications of these changes on the immigration court system remain to be seen as the new policies are implemented.
Source: ABC News
