Harmeet Dhillon resigns after reshaping the DOJ Civil Rights Division
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 7:27 PM · 1 min read
Harmeet Dhillon, the controversial leader of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, has resigned after 18 months overseeing major changes at one of the department’s most important offices. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the resignation Thursday and praised her public service, according to CBS News.