House Judiciary report accuses NYC DAs of downgrading charges to protect illegal immigrants from deportation

On June 15, 2026, the House Judiciary Committee released a report examining plea bargaining practices in New York City district attorneys' offices. The report examined whether New York County District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Kings County District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, and Queens County District Attorney Melinda Katz reduced charges in cases involving individuals facing deportation. State Attorney General Letitia James was also questioned about the matter during a committee hearing. The committee did not release specific evidence or charge counts in its public statements.

• Fox News — House Judiciary report accuses NYC DAs of downgrading charges to protect illegal immigrants from deportation

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