Above the Law reports that the Department of Justice is planning to use Marine Corps personnel to address staffing pressures tied to a possible immigration surge. The report frames the move as the DOJ's latest attempt to fix a 'brain drain' — the loss of experienced attorneys — by borrowing military staff for civilian legal work.
The article suggests the surge might reach cities nationwide, though it provides no specific locations or operational details. Because this is a single source, the claims cannot be independently verified, and no other outlets are cited for comparison.
If accurate, the arrangement would mark an unusual interagency response to immigration-related caseloads, raising questions about training, authority, and the scope of Marine involvement in civil legal functions. Further reporting would be needed to clarify the legal basis and practical implications.