U.s. Department Of Justice | Audacy

REPORT: 3 Minnesota federal prosecutors resign over Justice Dept. demand to investigate widow of ICE shooting victim The prosecutors, including Joseph Thompson, also reportedly objected to reluctance to investigate ICE agent

January 13, 2026
Department of Justice officials resign after the Civil Rights Division refuses to investigate Minneapolis ICE shooting A DOJ official confirms the departures, but claims all had requested early retirement prior to the shooting

January 13, 2026
Report: Department of Justice explored criminal charges against Minnesota judges and defense attorneys A story in Reuters says it stemmed from "suggesting virtual court hearings for defendants in fear of arrest"

July 16, 2025