Bret Šumate

Bret Šumate is a U.S. Department of Justice official known for his involvement in immigration and citizenship issues, particularly in cases concerning individuals accused of war crimes. Recently, he made headlines for addressing the case of Kemal Mrndžić, a Bosnian national convicted of concealing his participation in war crimes against Serbian prisoners in the Čelebići camp. Šumate emphasized the administration's commitment to preventing individuals who have persecuted others from benefiting from refugee status in the United States.