The Department of Homeland Security's general counsel, John Mitnick, has been fired, a source familiar with the matter tells CNN, the latest in a series of recent changes at the department.
Washington The Department of Homeland Security's general counsel, John Mitnick, has been fired, a source familiar with the matter tells CNN, the latest in a series of recent changes at the department.
"We thank John for his service and wish him the best in the future," a DHS spokesperson said in a statement to CNN. The source did not say why Mitnick was fired or provide additional details.The New York Times first reported Mitnick's firing. Joe Maher, principal deputy general counsel, will take over as DHS' general counsel, the department spokesperson said.
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