Judge blocks ICE arrests inside immigration courts
A federal judge in California barred ICE agents from making arrests inside immigration courts nationwide. The ruling targets a courthouse arrest practice used in the Trump administration's deportation push.
A federal judge in Northern California ruled Tuesday that ICE may not arrest people inside immigration courts, blocking a practice that had led to detentions during routine hearings and check-ins. Judge P. Casey Pitts called the policy arbitrary and capricious in a 71-page order.
The case grew out of a class action by noncitizens challenging courthouse arrests and extended detention in facilities meant for short holds. For Los Angeles immigrants and attorneys, the order could affect how people decide whether they feel safe appearing for immigration hearings.