ICE Conducts Mass Arrests at Immigration Courts Nationwide

Immigration Courts Nationwide Witness Coordinated ICE Arrests U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a series of coordinated arrests at immigration courts across the country. The operation targets individuals whose removal cases were dismissed by the court. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requests for dismissal are followed by immediate ICE arrests and expedited removal, a fast-track deportation process bypassing standard hearings. This tactic has sparked concern among immigration advocates and legal professionals. "In many cases, DHS asks to dismiss your removal proceedings. Once dismissed and you leave the courtroom, ICE immediately arrests you and places you in expedited removal," explains AK Poku, an immigration attorney featured in a recent video detailing the events. The video highlights several cities affected, including San Diego, Dallas, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, among others. The swiftness of the process, with no court hearing or judge involved, has raised significant legal questions. The operation's expansion is anticipated, raising further concerns about due process and the rights of immigrants. Experts urge those facing similar situations to seek legal counsel immediately. The video concludes with advice to those facing such situations: "Do not agree to a dismissal without understanding the consequences." This underscores the importance of legal representation in navigating the complexities of immigration law.