Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, is preparing to leave her position at the Department of Justice. This marks her as the first senior official to depart following the recent midterm elections. Dhillon's tenure has involved significant changes in the division, focusing on issues like religious liberty and gun rights. She has expressed interest in returning to her law firm in California after her government service. Her exit may lead to more departures among senior officials as the administration enters the final weeks of the year.
Key facts
- Harmeet Dhillon is leaving her role at the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division.
- She became Assistant Attorney General in April 2025.
- Dhillon has emphasized religious liberty and gun rights during her tenure.
- Her departure may signal more exits among senior officials.
- She has expressed interest in returning to her law firm, Dhillon Law Group.
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