Dhillon Resigns Amid Democratic Shift | JQJO

Harmeet Dhillon, a Donald Trump ally who led the justice department’s civil rights division, has resigned after eighteen months in office. The attorney general, Todd Blanche, announced the resignation on X, praising her dedication to civil liberties and public service. Dhillon’s departure marks the first high‑ranking justice department official to leave following the 2026 midterm elections, in which Democrats gained control of Congress. Democrats are expected to use their new power to investigate executive agencies, including the justice department. Dhillon’s tenure saw a dramatic shift in the division’s focus, dropping many discrimination cases and prompting an exodus of civil‑rights lawyers.