Blow to Trump: Judge Prohibits ICE Arrests in Immigration Courts
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
A U.S. judge has prohibited federal authorities from making arrests in immigration courts, ending a practice that gained traction after President Donald Trump took office. Judge Casey Pitts criticized the Trump administration for revoking a long-standing policy against such arrests, stating that the decision lacked rationale and failed to consider the deterrent effect on individuals attending court hearings. This ruling follows a similar decision in New York and applies nationwide. DHS legal director James Percival condemned the ruling as judicial overreach, arguing that it undermines the authority of immigration judges. Pitts also noted the government's failure to adhere to legal time limits for detaining individuals.
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