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ICE Confirms Death of Salvadoran Man in New Jersey Detention Facility, Sparking Concerns

ICE Confirms Death of Salvadoran Man in New Jersey Detention Facility, Sparking Concerns

A Salvadoran man, Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, aged 41, has died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Delaney Hall detention facility in New Jersey. This marks the second death at the facility within a year. Lopez-Cornejo experienced a medical emergency and was transported to a Newark hospital, where he passed away. ICE records indicate that Lopez-Cornejo was initially detained and deported in 2006 after entering the U.S. without authorization. He re-entered the country later and was detained again in June 2026. His family reports that he suffered from diabetes, high blood pressure, and seizures, and was allegedly denied medication while in detention. ICE maintains that detainees receive medical screenings and have access to emergency treatment. The cause of death has not been officially determined.
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Congressman Greg Landsman Advocates for Haitian Families Amid Deportation Concerns

Congressman Greg Landsman Advocates for Haitian Families Amid Deportation Concerns

Congressman Greg Landsman is actively working to support Haitian families in Ohio who are facing deportation. President Trump has initiated actions to deport tens of thousands of Haitians, prompting families in Ohio to receive Notices to Appear from ICE. Landsman argues that Haiti is currently a dangerous place due to gang violence, and many Haitians in Ohio are contributing to the community as home health workers. He emphasizes the importance of extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for these individuals, which has been passed in the House and awaits Senate approval. Landsman is collaborating with local and state officials to address the situation and prevent the deportation of these families.
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Another detainee dies at controversial NYC-area ICE facility

Another detainee dies at controversial NYC-area ICE facility

Edwin Lopez Cornejo died Aug. 1, his family said. Cornejo's mother blamed her son's death on him not receiving medications needed to treat his diabetes.
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The Latest: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bid

The Latest: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bid

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has put it in writing, issuing a formal order terminating President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” to compensate his political allies
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The Latest: Trump says new talks are Iran's 'last chance' to make a deal

The Latest: Trump says new talks are Iran's 'last chance' to make a deal

President Donald Trump says newly planned talks with Tehran are the “last chance” for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation of U.S. strikes on the country
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ICE Operations in Olathe Increase, Prompting Community Concerns

ICE Operations in Olathe Increase, Prompting Community Concerns

In Olathe, Kansas, there has been a noticeable increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity over the summer, as reported by local community groups and a crowdsourced website, ICEout.org. This surge in operations included detentions at various locations such as apartment complexes and businesses. The activity was particularly high in late June, with reports indicating a pattern of morning detentions and an unusual number of weekend arrests. The situation changed after the detention of a U.S. citizen on July 11, which led to a decrease in reported ICE activities. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has not provided specific data on these operations, but ICE remains committed to enforcing immigration laws nationwide. The increase in ICE activity coincides with a national trend of heightened immigration enforcement.
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ICE Detains University of Maryland Instructor at Dallas Airport Amid Visa Overstay Allegations

ICE Detains University of Maryland Instructor at Dallas Airport Amid Visa Overstay Allegations

Dr. Berhanu Kibret, an instructor at the University of Maryland's School of Pharmacy, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Dallas Fort Worth airport. The detention occurred on July 21, 2026, following his attendance at a professional conference where he received a Teacher of the Year award. According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Kibret, originally from Ethiopia, overstayed his visa, which expired on May 31, 2024. Despite having a valid Work Authorization, he remains in ICE custody pending immigration proceedings. The University of Maryland expressed concern over his detention, highlighting his contributions to the academic community.
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ICE Detains Nursing Mother in Nashville, Raising Human Rights Concerns

ICE Detains Nursing Mother in Nashville, Raising Human Rights Concerns

A breastfeeding mother with a pending asylum claim was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Nashville, Tennessee, in May. The woman, originally from Guatemala, was arrested while preparing to take her two young children to a doctor's appointment. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and the Tennessee Immigration & Refugee Rights Coalition, have filed a complaint with the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General, arguing that ICE violated its own policies against detaining nursing mothers. The woman is currently held in a Louisiana facility, 700 miles from her children, who have not seen her since her arrest. The complaint highlights the significant harm caused by separating a nursing mother from her children, particularly as one child has Down syndrome and multiple medical conditions.
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Johns Hopkins Researcher Released After ICE Detention Raises Immigration Concerns

Johns Hopkins Researcher Released After ICE Detention Raises Immigration Concerns

Fatima Ameaka, a public health researcher at Johns Hopkins University, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport while preparing to board a domestic flight. Ameaka, a Cameroonian national, entered the U.S. in June 2023 with authorization to stay until June 2024. However, ICE accused her of overstaying her visa. Despite this, documents indicate she has a pending asylum case and a work authorization permit valid through 2029. Ameaka, who holds a Master of Public Health degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, focuses her research on improving public health responses to infectious disease outbreaks. Her detention, which involved a transfer to a facility in Louisiana, has sparked concern among her colleagues and the university, which is working to ensure she receives legal representation.
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ACLU Files Tort Claims Against ICE for Alleged Abuses During Trump Administration

ACLU Files Tort Claims Against ICE for Alleged Abuses During Trump Administration

A group of 54 individuals, including both U.S. citizens and immigrants, have filed tort claims against federal agents as part of a nationwide initiative led by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to hold Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) accountable for alleged abuses. These claims seek monetary damages for harm sustained during President Trump's ICE surge. The claimants include a nurse who was allegedly assaulted by ICE agents while providing medical services at a detention center, cemetery workers who were reportedly maced and detained, and a family wrongfully detained for a month. The legal action highlights the challenges of filing civil rights lawsuits against federal agents, prompting the use of tort claims to demand compensation from the federal government.
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Haitian immigrants report to Ohio ICE office, exit with ankle monitors

Haitian immigrants report to Ohio ICE office, exit with ankle monitors

Haitian residents reported to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in suburban Cincinnati where at least 2 people were given ankle monitors.
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Johns Hopkins Researcher Fatima Ameaka Released from ICE Custody

Johns Hopkins Researcher Fatima Ameaka Released from ICE Custody

Fatima Ameaka, a public health researcher at Johns Hopkins University, has been released from ICE custody after being detained while boarding a flight at Baltimore-Washington International Airport. Ameaka, originally from Cameroon, was arrested for allegedly overstaying her visa, despite having a pending asylum application and valid work authorization. She was held in detention facilities across three states before being released in Texas. Her arrest is part of a recent pattern of ICE detentions involving individuals associated with Baltimore-area universities, raising concerns about the agency's enforcement practices.