Alex Padilla: “I come back to the question: What should the role of the Department of Justice be when there’s federally…”

While I respect his decision to depart, the job now falls to the Board of Regents and Congress to ensure the success of his work will remain for generations to come.

DOJ’s failure to seek immediate relief is profoundly concerning—for the integrity of the Department, the rule of law, and the public’s safety.

ICE must also establish and make public the training requirements the agency will put in place prior to and throughout any potential deployment of these gloves.

Therefore, we urge ICE to cancel the contract and reconsider the purchase.