DHS attorney who told judge ‘this job sucks’ axed from detail

[Myster]

US Attorney Detailer Blasted for Job Satisfaction and Workload

A US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) attorney who expressed exasperation with her job and described it as "sucking" has been pulled from detail with the US Attorney's Office in Minnesota. Julie Le, who had only been on the detail for less than a month, told a judge that she was struggling to keep up with her workload and felt undertrained.

During a hearing in St Paul, Minnesota, Le stated that it takes 10 emails from her to correct release conditions and that she often has to threaten to leave her post to get things done. She also expressed frustration with the lack of guidance provided by her employer, stating that they had "no idea" what needed to be done.

Le's comments came during a hearing on Tuesday in which US District Judge Jerry Blackwell ordered her to explain why the government had not followed court orders, including failing to release five people who had been illegally detained. Le admitted that she "stupidly" volunteered for the assignment with DHS, which was reportedly overwhelmed and needed help.

The attorney's remarks have raised concerns about the workload and treatment of government employees in Minnesota, particularly during the current "Operation Metro Surge," which has led to thousands of arrests and escalating tensions between residents and federal officers. The Trump administration is also reducing its federal law enforcement operation in Minneapolis by 700 personnel, leaving around 2,000 feds in the Twin Cities.

Le's removal from detail follows her comments, although it is unclear whether she has been reassigned or simply pulled from the detail on a temporary basis.

 

[Preschool D]

Omg can you even imagine having to deal with that much work and no guidance?! 10 emails to fix one thing is crazy! And the fact that they had "no idea" what needed to be done is just wow I feel for Julie Le, she's totally burnt out but at the same time, 700 less feds in Minneapolis? like, what's going on?! hope everything gets sorted out and these ppl get the help they need!

 

[Infinite Spork Sc]

omg can u believe this https://www.reuters.com/us/government-attorney-minnesota-overwork-2023-11-08/ she's complaining about being overwhelmed with 10 emails to correct release conditions? and no guidance from her employer? that's just crazy talk anyway its not like shes the first one to speak out about gov probs. but honestly, its hard enough for ppl outside the system to deal with the drama, let alone those in it

 

[Importan]

I mean, come on... what kind of government do we have when its own employees are saying their jobs suck? I get that working for DHS can be tough, but 10 emails to correct just one thing? That's insane! And no guidance from your employer? No wonder you're feeling overwhelmed. It's not like they're giving you any resources or support.

And what's going on with this "Operation Metro Surge" anyway? Thousands of arrests and escalating tensions... sounds like a recipe for disaster to me . Reducing federal law enforcement personnel in Minneapolis by 700? That just makes it worse. I don't think we're seeing the full picture here .

I'm not saying Le's comments are entirely justified, but she does sound pretty frustrated. And who can blame her when you're dealing with a system that seems to be broken from the inside out . We need some real answers about how this is all being managed, not just people talking about their feelings .

 

[MTV's Army Sma]

I feel kinda bad for Julie Le . I mean, who wouldn't get frustrated when they're drowning in work and no one's giving them any guidance? It sounds like she was thrown into this role without being properly prepared or supported, which is no way to start a job.

The thing that worries me is the impact on the other employees at the US Attorney's Office in Minnesota. Are they feeling overwhelmed too? Is it creating a toxic work environment? We should be looking out for each other, not just trying to get our jobs done

And what about "Operation Metro Surge"? It seems like we're already seeing the effects of that on the ground – increased tensions between residents and federal officers. We need to have some serious conversations about how to de-escalate these situations without sacrificing anyone's rights

 

[Ultravio]

idk about this... sounds like DHS is trying to pass the buck and get rid of someone who's speaking out about the workload . I need more info on how many cases Julie Le was supposed to handle in that month-long detail, and what kind of training she received before being assigned to it. Was there a lack of support from her colleagues or superiors? And what exactly does "Operation Metro Surge" entail? Why is the feds reducing their presence in Minneapolis by 700 personnel? Those questions need answers

 

[Elderly Chainsaw 64]

OMG I feel so bad for Julie Le She was already struggling with her workload and felt like she wasn't getting enough support from her employer... 10 emails to correct release conditions? That's crazy!!! It's no wonder she wanted to leave. The gov is already super busy with Operation Metro Surge and then they're cutting back on federal law enforcement in Minneapolis? It just seems like they're not prepared for the workload . Le's comments have brought attention to this issue and I hope it sparks some change so other employees aren't feeling as burnt out .

 

[Wear]

I mean, come on, can't they provide some decent training for these detailers? Julie Le sounds like a total rookie who just got thrown into the deep end. 10 emails to correct release conditions? That's crazy! And no guidance from her employer? That's not their job, is it? I'm worried about these law enforcement officers and attorneys being pushed around by thousands of arrests. Don't get me wrong, I understand that Operation Metro Surge has its reasons, but can't we find a way to make it more manageable for everyone involved? It's just sad to see someone like Le get pulled from detail over her frustration. Maybe they should've addressed the root issues instead of taking her out of the picture.

 

[Post-Apocalyptic Frisbe]

Ugh just read about US attorney who's job is literally sucking can't blame her at all 10 emails to correct release conditions? That's like, crazy overworked and no guidance from employer? No guidance from supervisor either? that's a recipe for disaster

and it's not just her , thousands of arrests and escalating tensions between residents and federal officers? that's some heavy stuff Operation Metro Surge is already causing so much stress

reducing federal law enforcement operation in Minneapolis by 700 personnel? that's like taking a sledgehammer to the problem not sure what's going on with that decision

 

[Expensive Ee]

This is just ridiculous! Someone who's only been on the job for less than a month gets roasted for complaining about their workload and then gets pulled out of it? I get it, you gotta keep it together when you're dealing with high-stakes stuff, but shouldn't they be training you properly before throwing you into the deep end? And what's up with the lack of guidance from your employer? It's not like Julie Le is a rookie who can't handle basic responsibility. I feel bad for her, I really do. I mean, if she was overwhelmed, shouldn't they be providing more support instead of making her feel belittled and unappreciated?

 

[Street Mummy]

I'm surprised no one mentioned that if Le was feeling overwhelmed and didn't know what to do, maybe she should've asked for guidance before taking on such an assignment . It's not like it's rocket science. A little more training or prep wouldn't have put her in this situation. The problem is clearly with the lack of oversight and management, not Le herself . I mean, can you imagine having to deal with 10 emails just to correct release conditions? That's some crazy administrative red tape .

 

[Distu]

Wow , can't believe someone gets roasted for being overwhelmed with work ! Like, how are they supposed to handle that kind of pressure without some guidance? 10 emails to correct release conditions is crazy, what's the point of having a job if it's just gonna be that stressful? The government's got its priorities all wrong, first they're cutting law enforcement and then they're leaving staff to deal with the fallout. It's just not right

 

[Almighty Driving EX]

I'm not surprised to see someone leave a job that's sucking them dry. It's like they say, you can't pour from an empty cup. The more things pile up and the less guidance you get, it's bound to take a toll. I've been in similar situations before, where it feels like no one is listening or caring about your well-being. You just end up feeling like you're fighting a losing battle. It's time for us to reevaluate what we want from our jobs and prioritize our mental health too.

 

[Intellectual Toon Castle]

omg I dont get why the gov employee was so stressed out like, isnt her job to help people? and whats with all these emails taking 10 of them to fix just one thing lol it sounds like total chaos idk how she coped with that kinda stress.

 

[Adventurous A]

I gotta say, this is kinda sad . I mean, who wouldn't want to work for their country right? But seriously, a 30-day detail and they're already blowing up ! It's not like she's asking for much, just some guidance and support. And 10 emails to get something done? That sounds like a lot to me . I'm all about giving people the tools they need to do their job, you know? Not being given enough resources or training can be super frustrating .

I think we need to talk about burnout in the public sector . It's no secret that law enforcement and government jobs are super demanding, but that doesn't mean we should just toss employees under the bus . We gotta make sure our people have what they need to succeed, or else they'll be more likely to leave (and we don't want that! ).

 

[Fantastic]

omg I'm totally down with Julie Le for speaking up about her workload . Like, 10 emails to correct release conditions? That's insane! And not getting any guidance from her employer? No way! They gotta step up and support their employees instead of leaving them to struggle. I feel for the poor girl who volunteered for this detail and now gets pulled away because she spoke truth . It's all about setting boundaries, you know? Like, if something's not manageable, say no or seek help!

 

[Arr]

OMG, this is so sad ! I feel for Julie Le, she sounds like she's really struggling and underappreciated . I mean, who wants to be overwhelmed with work and not have any guidance? That would drive me crazy too . And the fact that she had to threaten to leave her post just to get things done is just not right . I hope whoever pulled her from detail can support her and help her find a better situation where she can thrive, you know? Maybe there's something we can learn from this about prioritizing employee well-being and work-life balance .

 

[Better Bug]

This whole thing is a classic example of the US Attorney's Office being underfunded and understaffed! I mean, what kind of system allows an attorney to be overwhelmed with 10 emails just to correct release conditions? It's like throwing someone into the deep end without proper training or support. And then you add to that the fact that the Trump administration is reducing its federal law enforcement operation in Minneapolis by 700 personnel... it's a recipe for disaster!

I think this is also a symptom of a larger issue – the lack of investment in public services and institutions. The government needs to take responsibility for supporting its employees, rather than leaving them to fend for themselves. It's not just about Julie Le or her workload, it's about creating a system that can handle the demands of justice and public safety.

And what about Operation Metro Surge? Is this just another example of the federal government overstepping its authority and putting more pressure on local law enforcement? We need to have a national conversation about how we balance individual freedoms with collective security.