The DOJ Once Sued States to Release Institutionalized Mentally Ill Patients. Townhall ^ | August 11, 2026 | Amy CurtisPosted on by Presbyterian ReporterThe DOJ Once Sued States to Release Institutionalized Mentally Ill Patients. In fact, it was Justice Department policy to sue states to discharge mentally ill patients from institutions under Olmstead. The Department will not rely upon the Olmstead Guidance in its enforcement of Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act." All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.