Tagged #immigration-courts
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
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 ICE Courthouse Arrest Policy Nationwide
Judge P. Casey Pitts vacated Trump administration policies allowing broad ICE arrests at immigration courthouses, restoring Biden-era restrictions nationwide. Immigration practitioners can now advise clients that courthouse attendance is protected under the Administrative Procedure Act.
Honolulu Immigration Judge Fired as Part of Broad Trump Court Purge
Judge Clarence Wagner was terminated without explanation as the Trump administration continues mass firings of immigration judges and reshapes court operations to accelerate deportations and reduce asylum hearing times.
Federal Judge Halts Most ICE Arrests At Manhattan Immigration Courts
A federal judge orders ICE to stop arresting immigrants at NYC immigration courts except in narrow emergency circumstances, reshaping courthouse attendance risk for clients in ongoing litigation.
Fired Immigration Judge Challenges Trump's Claim of Absolute Firing Power
Eight Biden-era immigration judges claim discrimination in federal court, arguing federal anti-discrimination laws constrain executive firing authority—a challenge that could reshape judicial independence in immigration courts.