DOJ Says It Used the Alien Terrorist Removal Court for the First Time
Todd Blanche · Kash Patel · Markwayne Mullin
Source published: Sep 11, 2026 · time not supplied · Event: 2026-09-11
DOJ says an August 20 removal order for Nazira Haji Zada was unsealed September 11 after her removal. It says Blanche certified the July 15 application, and that Zada, represented by counsel, conceded the statutory terrorism ground and waived appeal.
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The release includes statements by Blanche, Patel and Mullin. This concerns their agency roles, not allegations against them. The court order and independent defense response were not retrieved.
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Source publication: Sep 11, 2026 · time not supplied
Event or conduct: 2026-09-11. Today's announcement and reported unsealing; application July 15 and removal order August 20. Actual removal date not supplied.
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