Following a U.S. District Judge’s ruling, a Guatemalan man, O.C.G., wrongly deported without due process, has been returned to the United States by the Trump administration. The judge determined O.C.G.’s deportation violated his rights, citing a lack of notice and opportunity to contest his transfer to Mexico, where he faced danger. O.C.G., who sought asylum after violent attacks in Guatemala, will now undergo further due process proceedings. This marks a significant precedent, as it is the first high-profile case where the administration has complied with such a court order.
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Jordin Melgar-Salmeron, a Salvadoran man, was deported despite a federal appeals court order blocking his removal. The government attributes the deportation, which occurred minutes after the order, to “a confluence of administrative errors,” citing communication breakdowns between ICE offices in Buffalo and Louisiana. This incident follows other instances of alleged wrongful deportations under the Trump administration, raising concerns about due process. The government maintains the deportation did not violate the court order because it began before the order was formally issued, a claim disputed by Melgar-Salmeron’s lawyer.
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The White House is deporting individuals to countries other than their home countries, citing the unwillingness of their home countries to accept them due to criminal records. This practice, while not entirely new, has been expanded by the current administration, leading to legal challenges. A federal judge ruled that deportees to third countries must be given adequate time and notice to contest their removal, highlighting concerns about due process violations. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing an appeal of this ruling, leaving several deported men in limbo in Djibouti.
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Two-year-old American citizen Emanuelly Borges Santos was deported to Brazil with her undocumented parents by the Trump administration, despite possessing a U.S. passport and Social Security card. Brazilian officials were surprised by her presence among the deportees, and Manu now lacks access to healthcare and education while living on a temporary tourist visa. Her parents claim they were not given a choice regarding her deportation, contradicting DHS statements. This incident highlights concerns about the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts and the potential impact of a Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship.
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A federal judge ruled that Secretary of State Marco Rubio likely violated the Constitution by ordering the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, based on his pro-Palestinian activism. While the judge declined to immediately order Khalil’s release from immigration detention, citing a need for further evidence of irreparable harm, he acknowledged Rubio’s actions likely misused a federal statute. The judge also rejected Khalil’s First Amendment retaliation claim due to insufficient evidence, though this charge is being challenged separately. The case continues with ongoing efforts to secure Khalil’s release and overturn his deportation.
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A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of OCG, a Guatemalan asylum seeker deported to Mexico despite facing threats of harm in both countries. The judge found OCG’s deportation lacked due process, citing his past experiences of homophobic violence in Guatemala and kidnapping and rape in Mexico. The ruling follows other recent court findings against the Trump administration for unlawful deportations to third countries, including a case involving seven immigrants sent to South Sudan with insufficient notice. The judge emphasized the simplicity of returning OCG, contrasting it with previous legal disputes over the definition of “facilitate.” This order adds to a growing body of legal challenges against the Trump administration’s deportation practices.
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Kasper Eriksen, a Danish-born father of four living in Mississippi, was detained by ICE despite having no criminal record. His detention stemmed from a missed immigration form in 2015, a deadline missed due to a family tragedy, which resulted in a removal order issued without proper notification. Currently detained at the LaSalle Detention Center in Louisiana, Eriksen’s case highlights a broader trend of increased ICE detentions targeting immigrants without criminal charges, a practice fueled by the current administration’s immigration policies. The Eriksen family faces significant financial strain and emotional distress, while the private prison industry profits from his detainment.
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Trump wants to destroy fundamental rights that have existed for 800 years. This isn’t a mere political disagreement; it’s a direct assault on the very principles that underpinned the American Revolution and have shaped our legal system for centuries. The cornerstone of this attack is a blatant disregard for due process, a right fundamental to a just society. Due process isn’t simply a technicality; it’s the mechanism by which we determine guilt or innocence, ensuring fairness and preventing arbitrary imprisonment.
Trump’s actions, such as the reported deportation of migrants to war-torn countries and his past pronouncements about establishing harsh detention facilities, demonstrate a chilling willingness to circumvent this crucial safeguard.… Continue reading
A lawsuit, *Espinoza Escalona v. Noem*, challenging the Trump administration’s deportation of immigration detainees to Guantanamo Bay, was dismissed after many plaintiffs were deported. The lawsuit alleged the deportations violated due process and federal law, citing a lack of legal authority and ample detention capacity within the U.S. Secretary Kristi Noem celebrated the dismissal with a dismissive social media post. The case involved questionable accusations against detainees, some of whom, like lead plaintiff Maiker Espinoza Escalona, were sent to prisons in El Salvador. The Trump administration’s actions have been criticized as a costly political stunt.
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Federal immigration authorities conducted arrests at a Phoenix immigration court, with one attorney describing the scene as chaotic and individuals being detained despite seemingly dismissed cases. ICE declined to comment on the ongoing operation, citing safety concerns for personnel. The arrests follow a DHS directive reversing restrictions on courthouse arrests, potentially signaling a shift towards broader enforcement regardless of criminal history. Attorneys reported clients, including one seeking asylum, were apprehended immediately following hearings.
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