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Justice Department Files Complaint Against Judge Over Transgender Troops Hearing

The DOJ accuses Judge Ana Reyes of misconduct during hearings on Trump's transgender troop ban, raising concerns over judicial impartiality.

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The Department of Justice has filed a complaint against Judge Ana C. Reyes, citing misconduct during the hearings on President Trump's executive order banning transgender individuals from military service. DOJ Chief of Staff Chad Mizelle accused Reyes of displaying bias and disrespect towards a government attorney, making inappropriate and personal inquiries during the proceedings. The actions have raised concerns about maintaining respect and impartiality in judiciary processes as they relate to contentious issues. The matter highlights the growing tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary regarding executive actions.

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Judge Ana Reyes was accused of misconduct for inappropriately questioning a government lawyer about his religious beliefs and making rhetorical remarks that were seen as disrespectful. She also made a hypothetical scenario about barring University of Virginia law school graduates from her courtroom, calling them 'liars and lack integrity'.

The central issue is President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict or ban transgender individuals from serving in the military, citing concerns about military readiness and lethality. The order is challenged by plaintiffs who argue it discriminates against transgender service members.

Judge Reyes has expressed skepticism about the Trump administration's reasoning for the ban, describing the executive order as expressing 'unadulterated animus' towards transgender service members. She has also questioned the biological basis of the order and its impact on military readiness.

Judge Reyes indicated she would not rule before early March. The court has set a March 3 hearing date to consider the executive order, and the policy is slated to take effect on February 28.

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