The actions of the Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, led by Steve Descano, are raising serious concerns. A recent investigation by The Gateway Pundit reveals troubling decisions that could endanger public safety. Following these developments, a pro-police organization is pushing for the Department of Justice to step in. Their goal? To scrutinize Descano’s handling of cases involving illegal immigrant suspects.
One case in particular stands out. Marvin Morales-Ortez, a 23-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, was released after the Commonwealth’s Attorney dropped charges against him for brandishing a gun and assaulting someone, despite his lengthy criminal history. This decision allowed him back on the streets. The very next day, he allegedly committed murder. Fairfax County Police discovered a man dead in a home linked to Morales-Ortez.
This sequence of events highlights potential failures within the attorney’s office. The Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund (LELDF) is calling on the DOJ to investigate Descano under the “pattern-or-practice” provision. This legal framework allows the federal government to examine whether a prosecutor’s office is upholding civil rights, particularly concerning how cases involving illegal immigrants are handled compared to U.S. citizens.
LELDF President Jason C. Johnson asserts that the goal is to determine if the prosecutor’s office is acting in a way that “endangers the public and erodes equal justice under law.” The group’s claims point to a discernible bias in charging, plea bargaining, and sentencing. Receipts indicate that Descano has a “policy” which incorporates “immigration consequences” into his prosecutorial decisions, leading to leniency for illegal immigrants.
Descano’s election in 2019 was primarily funded by the Justice and Public Safety PAC, closely linked to George Soros. Records show contributions to his campaign from this PAC ranged from around $459,000 to over $601,000, marking them as a significant source of his funding—up to 72% of his total campaign resources. The infusion of cash from Soros’s network, aimed at bolstering progressive, increasingly soft-on-crime prosecutors, calls into question not only Descano’s commitment to equitable justice but also his motivations as a public official.
The implications of Descano’s policies extend beyond one case. Such leniency for illegal immigrants raises serious concerns about the safety of citizens. The alarming patterns emerging from this office signal a troubling trend in the judicial system. As the DOJ considers the LELDF’s request, many will be watching closely. The investigation could shine a light on how widely these principles of leniency toward illegal immigrants are applied, potentially eroding the foundational tenets of justice for all.
The scrutiny brought by both the media and pro-law enforcement organizations underscores the significance of maintaining a balanced approach to justice. Policies that appear to favor one group over another, particularly at the expense of public safety, must be examined critically. In this case, the actions of Steve Descano and his office warrant further investigation to ensure accountability and trust within the legal system.
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