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Federal Judge Criticizes ICE for Public Attack on Colleague's Integrity

KVIA•Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 7:22 PM•CNN Newsource

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A federal judge in Rhode Island has condemned the Trump administration's ICE for a public statement that jeopardized the safety of Judge Melissa DuBose and undermined public trust in the federal judiciary. This criticism follows an investigation revealing that a senior DOJ attorney, Kevin Bolan, failed to disclose critical information regarding a murder warrant against an immigrant, leading to the immigrant's release. Judge John McConnell emphasized that while Bolan's actions were not intentionally deceptive, they were a significant failure in the justice system. The incident highlights ongoing issues within the DOJ amid aggressive deportation efforts, raising concerns about the conduct of government attorneys in similar cases.

Key Details: • Judge McConnell's letter was addressed to Kevin Bolan, a DOJ attorney involved in the case. • The immigrant, Bryan Rafael Gomez, remains unlocated after his release. • ICE's press release continues to be available online despite requests for its removal. • Future findings of misconduct by DOJ attorneys will face strict penalties.

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