The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under the Trump administration, is reportedly considering arresting several House Democrats following an incident at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in New Jersey. The alleged offense centers around a visit by the lawmakers to the facility, with accusations flying on both sides regarding who initiated any physical altercations.
This potential move by the DHS is being viewed by many as a blatant attempt at intimidation. Regardless of whether any legal grounds exist for arrest, the very suggestion serves to silence dissent and discourage future oversight visits to such facilities. The idea that representatives of a co-equal branch of government would face such drastic measures simply for carrying out their oversight duties is deeply concerning.… Continue reading
Marlon Parris, a U.S. Iraq War veteran and long-term legal resident, faces deportation following a May 9th immigration judge ruling. Despite possessing a Green Card for decades and a prior ICE determination allowing him to remain, his Green Card was confiscated in 2023, leading to his January 2024 detention. The judge, while sympathetic, ruled that sufficient evidence existed for deportation, a decision his attorney is appealing. Parris’s wife attributes his detention to a change in presidential administration and the subsequent stricter immigration policies.
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In Worcester, Massachusetts, a video depicts a chaotic confrontation between ICE agents, local police, and residents protesting the detention of a woman and her family. Two individuals were arrested amidst the ensuing clash, which involved agents pushing back against protesters, including a mother with a baby. Local officials expressed outrage, condemning the actions and emphasizing the city’s commitment to being a welcoming community. The incident highlights concerns surrounding ICE’s enforcement tactics and the impact on families.
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Following Omar’s deportation, Parra Vargas, equipped with an electronic monitoring device, presented herself at an Austin processing center as instructed, believing she was pursuing asylum and a work permit. However, she and her three children, including two U.S. citizens, vanished into ICE custody. Grassroots Leadership’s attempts to locate the family were initially hampered by ICE’s refusal to provide information regarding their whereabouts. The organization’s legal team is actively working to find them.
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This investigation reveals that James Joseph Rodden, an assistant chief counsel for ICE in Dallas, is the operator of the X account “GlomarResponder.” This account has a long history of posting racist, xenophobic, and pro-fascist content, including statements that endorse violence against immigrants. The identification of Rodden as GlomarResponder is supported by extensive evidence, including biographical details, employment history, and social media activity. Rodden’s continued employment with ICE raises serious ethical concerns, given his publicly expressed views and potential for bias in immigration court proceedings.
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A Wisconsin judge faces up to six years imprisonment for allegedly obstructing justice. The judge is accused of intentionally misleading Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This alleged action involved assisting an undocumented immigrant in evading apprehension. The case, reported by Senior Justice Correspondent Pierre Thomas on “This Week,” highlights serious accusations of misconduct by a public official.
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A leaked internal memo reveals the Trump administration authorized warrantless home entries by ICE agents to apprehend suspected members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. This action, ordered by Attorney General Bondi, cited the impracticality of obtaining warrants for swift removals under the invoked Alien Enemies Act of 1798. Subsequently, over 200 Venezuelans, including individuals without criminal records, were deported, prompting lawsuits from the ACLU alleging Fourth Amendment violations. The legality of applying the Alien Enemies Act in the absence of declared war or invasion is heavily contested.
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Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the FBI for allegedly helping a man, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, evade immigration authorities by escorting him out of her courtroom through a jury door. This action followed the judge’s reportedly angry response to ICE agents’ presence in the courthouse, and is charged as concealing an individual and obstructing a proceeding. The arrest has sparked protests and criticism from Democrats, who accuse the Trump administration of attacking the judiciary, while the administration maintains that no one is above the law. The incident echoes a similar, ultimately dropped, case against a Massachusetts judge during the Trump administration.
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A judge has expressed serious concerns about the apparent deportation of a two-year-old US citizen, stating that the process lacked any meaningful due process. The child, whose birth certificate clearly indicates she was born in New Orleans, was detained along with her mother and sister during a routine immigration check-in at a New Orleans ICE office.
The government’s claim that the mother wished to take the child to Honduras is, according to the judge, unsubstantiated. While a handwritten note purportedly from the mother expressing this desire was presented, the judge stated a need for verification before accepting this as sufficient justification for deportation.… Continue reading
FBI Director Kash Patel issued a since-deleted announcement alleging the arrest of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan for obstruction of justice, claiming she aided an undocumented immigrant, Eduardo Flores Ruiz, in evading ICE arrest. The post, subsequently removed without explanation, stated that Ruiz was later apprehended. The incident follows a pattern of Trump administration criticism of judicial rulings, raising questions about the executive branch’s response to unfavorable court orders and the potential for judicial power limitations. This controversy highlights the complex interplay between judicial authority and executive enforcement, especially concerning contempt of court.
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