DOJ opens investigation into Soros-backed DA accused of shielding illegal immigrants from consequences

The Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano over allegations his office gave preferential treatment to criminal illegal immigrants. The investigation will examine whether Descano's office violated federal law by weighing immigration consequences in charging decisions and plea deals. Descano has faced criticism for his policies perceived to extend leniency to illegal immigrants.