Soros-funded prosecutor removes “kid glove” policy for foreign criminals

On 2026-04-07, the Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney Office said it removed a webpage from its website after backlash over its policy language on avoiding deportation for foreign criminal defendants. Chief of staff Laura Birnbaum said the page was taken down because it was being misconstrued and misinterpreted, while the office said immigration consequences would still be considered where possible and where doing so accords with justice.