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New York Legislation to Curb ICE Detention Faces Resistance from Pro-ICE Sheriffs

New York Legislation to Curb ICE Detention Faces Resistance from Pro-ICE Sheriffs

Despite recent New York state legislation aimed at protecting residents from unlawful ICE detention by phasing out detention facilities, pro-ICE sheriffs outside of New York City are reportedly impeding the law's intent. A new article in Bolts Magazine details the transfer of immigrants from facilities in New York City to the Orange County Jail in Goshen, and even to other states like Louisiana and Oklahoma. This occurs even as Orange County is legally mandated to terminate its contract with ICE, which has been in place since 2008 and has faced scrutiny over dismal conditions for immigrants. Detainees have reported inadequate medical care, leading to potential permanent health issues, and some have barricaded themselves in cells to avoid transfers that separate them from family, medical providers, and legal teams. A report by New York Lawyers for the Public Interest (NYLPI), titled 'Denied Care, Denied Dignity: Systemic Medical Failures in Immigration at Orange County Jail,' was cited in the article, docum...

Human Rights Experts Allege 'Slew of Violations' in ICE Deportation Case Leading to Death of Illinois Father

Human Rights Experts Allege 'Slew of Violations' in ICE Deportation Case Leading to Death of Illinois Father

Human rights law experts are raising concerns about potential human rights violations following the death of Ayaz Ahmed, a 61-year-old father from Morton Grove, Illinois, who died after being detained and deported by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Ahmed, who had chronic health conditions and no criminal record, was arrested by federal immigration agents in June on an expired visa. He was held for 50 days at the Clay County Justice Center in Indiana, where his children allege he did not receive necessary medications. After his deportation on a 38-hour flight to Pakistan, Ahmed reportedly collapsed on the tarmac and was pronounced dead 14 hours later. His family was not informed of his death until over a week later. Anjli Parrin, director of the global Human Rights Clinic at the University of Chicago Law School, stated that the case involves a 'slew of human rights violations,' including allegations of enforced disappearances, which violate international human rights law regarding a family's righ...

Gwinnett Soccer Twins Detained by ICE Following Traffic Stop in Alabama

Gwinnett Soccer Twins Detained by ICE Following Traffic Stop in Alabama

Luis and Carlos Orta-Santoro, 19-year-old twin brothers and recent Archer High School graduates, were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a traffic stop in Lincoln, Alabama, on November 4. The brothers, who are freshmen at a college in Alabama and play for Wallace State Community College's soccer team, were pulled over for rolling through a stop sign. Although initially issued a warning, the encounter escalated to an arrest and an immigration hold. They were subsequently taken to the Pickens County Detention Center in Alabama and are currently at the Pine Prairie ICE Processing Center in southern Louisiana. The twins, originally from Venezuela, have pending asylum applications, no criminal records, and work permits valid until 2030. However, ICE has reportedly stated that their temporary permission to stay had expired. The detention has prompted a strong reaction from the Archer High School community, with friends and family organizing a 5K event and a GoFundMe campaign to support t...

ICE Policy Outlines Rights and Preparations for Pregnant, Postpartum, and Nursing Individuals Facing Detention

ICE Policy Outlines Rights and Preparations for Pregnant, Postpartum, and Nursing Individuals Facing Detention

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has an internal policy regarding the detention of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing individuals, although federal law permits such detentions. The policy generally states that these individuals should not be detained unless there are 'exceptional circumstances' or mandatory detention is required by law, such as national security threats or risks of serious harm. Even when detained, ICE is required to review their cases weekly and track them. Federal regulations also allow for release for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit if medically certified as pregnant, provided they are not a danger and will appear for future appointments. Detained individuals have rights to medical care, including special diets, prenatal vitamins, lower bunks, and specialist appointments. They can request release through a parole application or, if denied, pursue a habeas corpus petition in federal court. The policy also addresses medical care during labor, post-bi...

US Congress Democrats plot 'must-have' victories in 2027

US Congress Democrats plot 'must-have' victories in 2027

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, Nov 13 (Reuters) - Democrats poised to take full control of the US Congress next year are aiming for a fast start in the opening weeks of January, with what they say will be a response to voters' top concerns in the aftermath of the party's huge wins on November 3.

San Diego Officials and Community Rally for 8-Year-Old Haitian Boy Detained by ICE

San Diego Officials and Community Rally for 8-Year-Old Haitian Boy Detained by ICE

Hundreds of parents, teachers, and elected officials in San Diego protested in front of the Edward J. Schwartz Federal Building, demanding the release of an 8-year-old Haitian boy who was taken into federal custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The boy was detained after an ICE check-in in San Diego, following his father's deportation a year prior, and had been living with his uncle. Video footage of the boy being escorted by ICE agents with his hands in front of him sparked widespread condemnation from local and Congressional officials, including Representatives Juan Vargas, Sara Jacobs, Scott Peters, Mike Levin, and Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff, who sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security and Health and Human Services demanding information on his whereabouts and steps for family reunification. ICE stated it took the boy into custody because it could not determine his legal guardian.

Grammy-Nominated Violinist Jenny Oaks Baker Launches 'Joy to the World!' Christmas Tour

Grammy-Nominated Violinist Jenny Oaks Baker Launches 'Joy to the World!' Christmas Tour

Grammy-Nominated Violinist Jenny Oaks Baker Launches 'Joy to the World!' Christmas Tour

Democrats are ready to fight Trump on immigration. But how much can they achieve?

Democrats are ready to fight Trump on immigration. But how much can they achieve?

By Julia Harte, Kristina Cooke and Richard Cowan Nov 11 (Reuters) - Democratic lawmakers are gearing up to fight President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown when in control of Congress next year, targeting ICE tactics and expanding paths to legal status despite limits on how much they can achieve

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Withholds Asylum Seeker's Medical Records

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Withholds Asylum Seeker's Medical Records

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is refusing to release the complete medical records of Anabell, an asylum seeker from Nicaragua, following her eight-month detention. Anabell was arrested by ICE agents on February 25, 2026, during a routine check-in, an arrest later ruled unlawful by a judge. During her detention, she discovered she was pregnant but reportedly received no prenatal care and was forced to carry heavy objects, leading to significant pain, bleeding, and hospitalization. Despite her release on October 30, ICE continues to withhold her medical records, preventing her and her lawyers from fully understanding the treatment she received and what transpired during her hospitalization. Amnesty International USA is urging ICE Field Office Director Sam Olson to immediately provide Anabell with her complete medical records.

Kamal Khera Named New Canadian Consul General In Los Angeles, Will Meet With Studios

Kamal Khera Named New Canadian Consul General In Los Angeles, Will Meet With Studios

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed a new Consul General in Los Angeles, who says she hopes to inspire a renewed sense of unity between Canada and the U.S. The Honourable Kamal Khera was introduced as Canada’s Consul General in Los Angeles on Thursday night at a reception at Canada House, the Consul General’s […]

Northern California nurse and professor detained by ICE for months

Northern California nurse and professor detained by ICE for months

Community members and Congressman Josh Harder call on the Trump Administration to release Ann Lawani, a nurse and professor in Northern California.

Federal Judge Orders Release of Berkeley Haas Undergraduate Detained by ICE

Federal Judge Orders Release of Berkeley Haas Undergraduate Detained by ICE

A federal judge has ordered the release of Paula Valentina Albornoz Hernandez, a Berkeley Haas undergraduate student, who was detained by ICE agents at San Francisco International Airport on October 30. UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons announced the ruling on November 9. Albornoz Hernandez, a 23-year-old business administration student in the Haas undergraduate Class of 2028, came to the U.S. from Colombia on September 6, 2022, with permission to stay until March 6, 2023, and overstayed her visa. Her attorney, Nikolas De Bremaeker, stated she applied for asylum within the one-year deadline after experiencing severe gender-based violence in Colombia and holds a valid work permit with no criminal record. U.S. District Judge Dena Coggins granted Albornoz Hernandez’s habeas corpus petition and a temporary restraining order, finding that ICE violated her right to due process by detaining her without a pre-deprivation hearing. The Department of Homeland Security criticized the judge but stated it would comply w...