A series of former federal attorneys have announced their candidacy for Congress, citing dissatisfaction with their previous roles. Notably, an ex-ICE lawyer and a former DOJ prosecutor, both of whom publicly expressed frustration with their jobs by saying ‘this job sucks,’ are challenging incumbent Representative Ilhan Omar in Minnesota. Their campaigns are likely to center around immigration enforcement issues and personal experiences from their time in the Justice Department, particularly during the surge in ICE activities. The move highlights a growing trend of officials from immigration enforcement seeking political office to address what they view as systemic issues within the system.