In a groundbreaking move, the Pentagon has authorized 600 military lawyers to serve as temporary immigration judges. This decision comes amidst an immigration crisis at the southern border, with a surge in asylum seekers and the backlog of immigration cases reaching unprecedented levels.

The Department of Defense announced that these military lawyers will be deployed to immigration courts across the country to help address the backlog of cases and speed up the processing of asylum claims. This decision is expected to provide much-needed relief to the overburdened immigration court system.

According to Pentagon spokesperson, this move is part of the department's efforts to support the immigration system and ensure fair and efficient handling of immigration cases. The military lawyers will receive training on immigration law and procedures before being deployed to serve as temporary immigration judges.

Critics of the move have raised concerns about the qualifications and impartiality of military lawyers serving as immigration judges. However, supporters argue that the expertise and discipline of military lawyers make them well-suited for this role.

Overall, this decision marks a significant step towards addressing the challenges faced by the immigration court system and providing timely resolution to asylum claims.