Military Lawyers Deployed in Immigration Cases
Defense Department deployed JAGs to assist U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota during immigration surge.
Paul Johnson challenged prosecution using 1878 Posse Comitatus Act.
11 former JAGs argued government crossed a line.
Judge found Congress allowed exceptions for military personnel as special assistants.
Kevin Riach plans to appeal.
Department's rules don't grant authority to disqualify military attorney.
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