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Federal Judge Poised to Rule on Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s Detention Amid Complex Deportation Battle

Federal Judge Poised to Rule on Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s Detention Amid Complex Deportation Battle

Federal Judge Poised to Rule on Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s Detention Amid Complex Deportation Battle The fate of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran native whose case has become a flashpoint in U.S. immigration policy, hangs in the balance as a federal judge in Tennessee is expected to rule imminently on his pre-trial detention. Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to a Salvadoran mega-prison in March despite a 2019 court order, was brought back to the U.S. in June to face human…

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US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants

US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants

US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants The United States has recently expanded its contentious third-country deportation program, sending five immigrants convicted of serious crimes to the African nation of Eswatini. This move follows a similar deportation of eight men to South Sudan weeks prior, after the Supreme Court lifted restrictions on sending individuals to countries where they lack ties. In a late-night announcement, Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin confirmed the deportation of five men—citizens of…

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DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals

DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals

DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals In a rare federal trial, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has admitted to using the anonymous pro-Israel website, Canary Mission, as a primary source for identifying pro-Palestinian activists for potential deportation. During the third day of proceedings in Boston, Peter Hatch, a senior DHS investigations official, testified that most of the names of student protesters flagged for analysis by the agency originated from Canary Mission’s detailed…

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Federal Judge Issues Emergency Halt on South Sudan Deportations Amid Holiday Legal Battle

Federal Judge Issues Emergency Halt on South Sudan Deportations Amid Holiday Legal Battle

Federal Judge Issues Emergency Halt on South Sudan Deportations Amid Holiday Legal Battle In a dramatic legal turn on the Fourth of July, a federal judge has issued a temporary halt on the deportations of eight immigrants to war-torn South Sudan, just one day after the Supreme Court cleared the path for their removal. District Judge Randolph Moss, presiding over an extraordinary holiday hearing in Washington, transferred the complex case to Judge Brian Murphy in Boston. Judge Moss extended his…

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Mexican Boxing Star Julio César Chávez Jr Arrested by US Immigration, Faces Deportation

Mexican Boxing Star Julio César Chávez Jr Arrested by US Immigration, Faces Deportation

Mexican Boxing Star Julio César Chávez Jr Arrested by US Immigration, Faces Deportation Famed Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr, 39, has been arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Studio City, Los Angeles, on Thursday. US officials have announced plans for his “expedited removal” to Mexico, where he reportedly faces an active arrest warrant for involvement in organized crime, including trafficking firearms, ammunition, and explosives. The high-profile arrest comes less than a week after Chávez Jr,…

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Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrested by ICE, Faces Deportation to Mexico

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrested by ICE, Faces Deportation to Mexico

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrested by ICE, Faces Deportation to Mexico Former middleweight boxing champion Julio César Chávez Jr. was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials on Wednesday for allegedly overstaying his visa and providing false information on a green card application. Federal officials confirmed Thursday that Chávez Jr. is slated for deportation to Mexico, where he faces active organized crime charges. The arrest in Studio City, Los Angeles, comes just days after Chávez Jr.’s high-profile…

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Trump Threatens Elon Musk with Deportation as Feud Over Spending Bill Escalates

Trump Threatens Elon Musk with Deportation as Feud Over Spending Bill Escalates

Trump Threatens Elon Musk with Deportation as Feud Over Spending Bill Escalates President Donald Trump dramatically escalated his public feud with tech titan Elon Musk yesterday, hinting at the possibility of deporting the Tesla and SpaceX CEO and unleashing a new ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ (DOGE) to scrutinize government subsidies received by Musk’s companies. Speaking to reporters on the White House lawn, Trump stated, “We’ll have to take a look,” when questioned about deporting the South African-born Musk, who has…

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Abrego Garcia to Remain Jailed as Deportation Uncertainty Continues

Abrego Garcia to Remain Jailed as Deportation Uncertainty Continues

Abrego Garcia to Remain Jailed as Deportation Uncertainty Continues Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an individual facing human smuggling charges and alleged ties to the MS-13 gang, will remain in federal custody following a recent ruling by a Tennessee federal judge. The decision, made on Monday, comes after Abrego Garcia’s legal team requested his continued detention due to “contradictory statements” from federal authorities regarding his potential deportation. The defense lawyers expressed concerns that Abrego Garcia could be deported before his trial concludes,…

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Kilmar Ábrego García’s Release Halted Amid Legal Uncertainty, Controversial Witness Deal Unveiled

Kilmar Ábrego García’s Release Halted Amid Legal Uncertainty, Controversial Witness Deal Unveiled

Kilmar Ábrego García’s Release Halted Amid Legal Uncertainty, Controversial Witness Deal Unveiled A federal judge in Nashville has paused the planned release of Kilmar Ábrego García, who faces human smuggling charges, following urgent requests from his attorneys. The legal team has asked the court to keep Ábrego García detained, citing ‘contradictory statements’ from the administration regarding his potential re-deportation upon release. This move highlights deep distrust in the Justice Department’s assurances. The latest developments come as court records reveal a…

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DOJ Commits to US Trial for Kilmar Abrego Garcia Amidst Deportation Concerns

DOJ Commits to US Trial for Kilmar Abrego Garcia Amidst Deportation Concerns

DOJ Commits to US Trial for Kilmar Abrego Garcia Amidst Deportation Concerns The Justice Department has affirmed that Kilmar Abrego Garcia will face federal smuggling charges in Tennessee before any potential move to deport him. This commitment comes amidst growing concerns that Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March and later returned to the U.S., could be swiftly expelled again. On Thursday, June 26, a Justice Department spokesperson clarified that Garcia “will not walk free in our…

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Supreme Court Stays Lower Court Ruling on Third-Country Deportations

Supreme Court Stays Lower Court Ruling on Third-Country Deportations

Supreme Court Stays Lower Court Ruling on Third-Country Deportations On Monday, the Supreme Court issued a stay on a lower court ruling that impacted the deportation of individuals to countries other than their own. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Court Judge Brian Murphy for the District of Massachusetts, mandated that individuals facing deportation to a third country be granted a “credible fear” interview in their native language and at least 15 days to challenge their deportation. The case stemmed…

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US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody

US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody

US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist, was released from immigration custody on June 20, 2024, following a ruling by US District Judge Michael Farbiarz of the U.S. District Court for New Jersey. Khalil, a legal permanent resident of the United States, had been detained since March 8, 2024, after being arrested by immigration agents in Manhattan. The arrest followed President Donald Trump’s stated policy to deport foreign…

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Trump Orders Massive ICE Deportation Push Targeting Democratic Cities

Trump Orders Massive ICE Deportation Push Targeting Democratic Cities

Trump Orders Massive ICE Deportation Push Targeting Democratic Cities President Trump has directed ICE to significantly escalate deportation efforts in major Democratic-controlled cities, aiming for a historically large-scale operation. This directive follows recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, which sparked widespread protests. Trump, citing unsubstantiated claims of widespread voter fraud by undocumented immigrants, framed the initiative as a necessary crackdown on illegal immigration in cities he alleges are Democrat strongholds. He announced the goal of significantly increasing daily arrests, a…

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Omaha Meatpacking Plant Raid: A Deep Dive into the ICE Investigation

Omaha Meatpacking Plant Raid: A Deep Dive into the ICE Investigation

Omaha Meatpacking Plant Raid: A Deep Dive into the ICE Investigation Hey friend, so you heard about that massive ICE raid at the Glenn Valley Foods meatpacking plant in Omaha? It’s a pretty complex situation, and the details are finally starting to emerge. Basically, it all stemmed from a Homeland Security audit of the plant’s employee documentation back in March. They checked the I-9 forms (those are the forms employers use to verify employee identity and work authorization) of 177…

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Deportation Fight: The Case of Mahmoud Khalil – A Legal Tug-of-War

Deportation Fight: The Case of Mahmoud Khalil – A Legal Tug-of-War

Deportation Fight: The Case of Mahmoud Khalil – A Legal Tug-of-War Hey friend, let’s break down this complicated legal battle surrounding Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian Columbia University graduate facing deportation. Basically, Khalil, a green card holder married to an American citizen, was arrested in March – not for committing a crime, but because the government claimed his pro-Palestinian activism threatened US foreign policy. This is a pretty unusual move, using a rarely invoked part of the Immigration and Nationality Act….

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