Letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland highlights concern over reduction in prosecutions of deported illegal immigrants with criminal records.
DOJ asked to provide data on prosecutions of previously deported illegal immigrants convicted of crimes while in the U.S.
Former prosecutor notes significant drop in prosecutions of illegal immigrants re-entering the U.S. after deportation.
Critics blame Biden administration's border policies for surge in illegal crossings and decline in prosecutions.
Concerns raised over the presence of convicted criminals among illegal immigrants allowed to roam freely in the U.S.
Calls for DOJ accountability amid accusations of leniency towards illegal immigrants with criminal records.
Despite some migrants seeking work, concerns linger over criminal elements exploiting lenient enforcement policies.