Tagged #ice-enforcement
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
Fourth Circuit Blocks Warrantless Immigration Enforcement at Houses of Worship
A federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration's policy allowing ICE to conduct warrantless arrests at houses of worship violates the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The decision applies to the plaintiffs' houses of worship.
Trump Officials Revoke Torture-Withholding Protection for Mexican Nationals
ICE leadership bypassed immigration judges to deport a group of Mexican citizens despite withholding-of-removal orders, using diplomatic assurances instead.
Federal Court Blocks New York's Face Covering Ban on Federal Agents
A federal judge has ruled that New York cannot ban federal law enforcement from wearing face coverings or require visible ID—citing constitutional supremacy concerns.
Massachusetts reaches compromise on ICE enforcement limits — with a key exception
Beacon Hill finalizes legislative protections against warrantless immigration arrests in schools, hospitals, and childcare facilities — but preserves Department of Correction's ICE partnership.
Haitian TPS Ends July 27: Enforcement Ramp-Up and Practitioner Action Steps
USCIS terminated Temporary Protected Status for Haitians effective July 27, 2026, removing legal status for roughly 330,000 beneficiaries and triggering ICE enforcement. Practitioners must advise clients on immediate relief options.
Federal Court Blocks ICE Arrests at Immigration Court Hearings Nationwide
A federal judge in California issued a nationwide injunction blocking ICE from arresting migrants at immigration court proceedings, except in narrow national security or public safety circumstances.
Federal judge strikes down ICE courthouse arrest policies nationwide
A federal judge has invalidated ICE's 2025 policies allowing arrests at immigration courts, finding the agency failed to follow proper rulemaking procedures. The decision affects enforcement practices and courthouse access nationwide.
Federal Judge Vacates Trump Administration Policy Allowing Immigration Court Arrests
A federal judge has ruled that Trump administration policies permitting ICE arrests at immigration courthouses and extended detention periods violate the Administrative Procedure Act and must be vacated nationwide.
Federal Judge Bars ICE Civil Courthouse Arrests Nationwide
A federal judge issued a nationwide order blocking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from making civil immigration arrests at courthouses, extending protections previously limited to Northern California. Practitioners must adjust client guidance on court attendance.
DHS Directs ICE Attorneys to Aggressively Enforce Asylum-Fraud Laws
DHS General Counsel James Percival issued a May 26 memo instructing ICE to develop anti-fraud policies and pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration attorneys filing false asylum claims. Practitioners must understand the new enforcement posture and safeguard documentation.
DHS Directs ICE to Ramp Up Asylum-Fraud Enforcement Against Attorneys
On May 26, 2026, DHS issued a memo directing ICE to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration attorneys filing false asylum claims under 8 U.S.C. § 1324c(d). No new penalties, but a shift in enforcement posture.
Virginia restricts ICE activities on state property
Governor Spanberger issues Executive Order 16 requiring valid warrants for federal immigration enforcement on Commonwealth property and establishing guidelines for courthouses, schools, hospitals, and polling places.
Federal Judge Restricts ICE Arrests at Three Manhattan Immigration Courts
U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel bars federal agents from making arrests without exceptional circumstances at three Manhattan immigration court buildings, reinstating prior policy.
Justice Department Sues New Jersey Over ICE Arrest Restrictions
The Trump administration challenges Governor Sherrill's Executive Order No. 12, which prohibits federal immigration agents from making arrests in nonpublic areas of state property without a judicial warrant.
Massachusetts Executive Order 650: Higher Education Institutions Must Establish ICE Policies
Governor Healey's Executive Order 650 requires Massachusetts colleges and universities to adopt written policies on federal immigration officer interactions and restrict ICE access to campus nonpublic areas absent judicial warrants.