Harmeet Dhillon has stepped down from her role as assistant attorney general for civil rights at the Justice Department, according to Attorney General Todd Blanche. This resignation is notable as she is the first senior official to leave following the Democrats' midterm election victories. Blanche praised Dhillon for her commitment to civil liberties and thanked her for her service. The DOJ has not commented on the resignation, and it is unclear if more officials will resign in the near future.
Key facts
- Harmeet Dhillon resigned as assistant attorney general for civil rights.
- Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed her resignation on November 5, 2026.
- Dhillon is the first senior DOJ official to resign after the midterm elections.
- Blanche praised her for defending civil liberties and enforcing the law.
- Dhillon previously founded the Dhillon Law Group, Inc. and the Center for American Liberty.
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