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Federal Judge Blocks Deportation of 3,000 Yemeni Refugees, Extends Temporary Protected Status

Federal Judge Blocks Deportation of 3,000 Yemeni Refugees, Extends Temporary Protected Status

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from deporting approximately 3,000 Yemeni refugees by extending their Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The decision comes as part of a lawsuit challenging the administration's efforts to terminate TPS for several countries. Judge Dale E. Ho criticized the administration's approach, highlighting the ongoing armed conflict in Yemen and the potential threats to the safety of those who would be deported. The ruling temporarily halts the deportation while the lawsuit proceeds, emphasizing that TPS should be based on factual conditions rather than political motivations.

ICE Contracts Firm Accused of 'Torture' for Tracking Undocumented Children

ICE Contracts Firm Accused of 'Torture' for Tracking Undocumented Children

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has awarded a contract to MVM Inc., a private security company accused of 'torture' and 'enforced disappearance', to assist in tracking undocumented immigrant children in the U.S. The contract involves conducting 'safety and wellness checks' on children who arrived in the U.S. alone and were released into communities while awaiting immigration court proceedings. Critics argue that these operations are a guise for deportation efforts and family separation. MVM, a long-time government contractor, has faced previous allegations of abuse in its immigration-related work, including during the family separation crisis under the Trump administration.

US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for nearly 3,000 Yemeni nationals

US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for nearly 3,000 Yemeni nationals

By Nate Raymond May 1 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from moving ahead next week with its plans to end temporary legal protections that have allowed nearly 3,000 people from Yemen to live and work in the United States. U.S.

Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to End Deportation Protections for Yemenis

Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to End Deportation Protections for Yemenis

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's efforts to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 2,800 Yemeni nationals. U.S. District Judge Dale Ho ruled that the Department of Homeland Security likely acted unlawfully by not following the required process to review Yemen's conditions before deciding to end TPS. Yemen was initially designated for TPS in 2015 due to ongoing armed conflict, and the status has been extended multiple times. The judge's decision keeps the protections in place while the lawsuit proceeds.

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status

A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again

Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration's Yemen TPS Termination

Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration's Yemen TPS Termination

A federal court in New York has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for immigrants from Yemen, just days before the protections were set to expire. The ruling affects 3,235 Yemeni immigrants and comes after the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on similar TPS cases for Haitians and Syrians. The court found that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) failed to follow required procedures before terminating TPS, including consulting with other federal agencies about conditions in Yemen.

Long DACA renewal wait times leave some 'Dreamers' without status, a job and fearing detainment

Long DACA renewal wait times leave some 'Dreamers' without status, a job and fearing detainment

Renewal wait times for the Obama-era program that allows people who were brought to the U.S. as children to temporarily remain in the country and work have increased dramatically in the past year

Record Number of Deaths in ICE Custody Raises Concerns

Record Number of Deaths in ICE Custody Raises Concerns

In 2026, 18 individuals have died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), marking a potential record high for detainee deaths. This alarming statistic has raised concerns about the conditions and treatment of detainees within ICE facilities. The agency is under scrutiny as it faces calls for increased transparency and accountability regarding the care and safety of individuals in its custody.

Congress Ends Record Shutdown at Department of Homeland Security

Congress Ends Record Shutdown at Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to end the longest shutdown in the history of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which lasted 76 days. The bill, passed by voice vote, funds most of DHS but excludes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which will be addressed separately. The shutdown had significant impacts, including unpaid federal employees and operational challenges for agencies like the TSA. The bill's passage marks a critical step in restoring DHS operations and ensuring national security.

House of Representatives Ends Record-Breaking DHS Shutdown Amidst May Day Protests

House of Representatives Ends Record-Breaking DHS Shutdown Amidst May Day Protests

The House of Representatives has voted to reopen the majority of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), concluding the longest agency shutdown in U.S. history. The bill, which excludes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, was passed through a voice vote on the 76th day of the shutdown. The shutdown began after Democrats withdrew support for a bipartisan spending bill following the killing of two U.S. citizens by federal agents in January. The decision to reopen DHS comes as May Day protests are expected to draw large crowds across the nation, with organizers calling for a boycott of work, school, and shopping to protest the Trump administration's policies.

House Votes to Reopen DHS, Ending 75-Day Shutdown; ICE and CBP Funding Separate

House Votes to Reopen DHS, Ending 75-Day Shutdown; ICE and CBP Funding Separate

The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to reopen most of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after a 75-day shutdown, marking the longest funding lapse in U.S. history. The bill, passed by voice vote, excludes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which will be addressed through a separate budget resolution. The shutdown had significant impacts, including unpaid federal employees and operational challenges for agencies like the TSA. The bill's passage is a critical step in restoring DHS operations and ensuring national security.

Congress Ends Record Shutdown at Department of Homeland Security, Excludes Immigration Enforcement Funding

Congress Ends Record Shutdown at Department of Homeland Security, Excludes Immigration Enforcement Funding

The U.S. Congress has ended the longest shutdown in the history of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by passing a funding bill that excludes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) funding. The House of Representatives approved the Senate-passed bill, which was initially delayed due to disagreements over immigration enforcement reforms. The shutdown, lasting 76 days, had significant operational impacts on DHS, with warnings from Secretary Markwayne Mullin about the agency's financial constraints. The bill's passage marks a temporary resolution to the funding impasse.