In immigration courts across the U. S. , there's a growing trend: more people are not showing up for their hearings. This might seem like a small thing, but it has big consequences. When someone doesn't appear in court, the judge can order their deportation right away. This is called an "in absentia
In New York City, a notable event unfolded on June 17, 2025, when Brad Lander, the city's comptroller and a mayoral hopeful, found himself in the midst of a controversy. Lander was apprehended by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and FBI agents outside a federal immigration court. The arre
A recent event in New York City has sparked conversations about immigration policies and the actions of federal agents. A high-ranking city official found himself in an unexpected situation while supporting immigrants facing deportation. This official, who also has political aspirations, was taken i
A man is set to face serious charges in a Tennessee court. Kilmar Abrego Garcia is accused of being part of a large-scale operation to move undocumented migrants across the United States. This is not the first time he has been in legal trouble. He was deported to El Salvador in March, despite a c
The recent wave of arrests in immigration courts has sent shockwaves through communities. Federal agents have been targeting individuals right after their court hearings, leading to sudden separations. This has left families in disbelief and fear. The scene is chaotic. One moment, a person is in co
A young man is fighting for his life. Mahmoud Khalil is in a tough spot. He's stuck in a detention center, far from his family. His wife and newborn son are missing him. Khalil is in this mess because of his past actions and the government's current views on those actions. He was a pro-Palestinian a
A recent deportation effort by the U. S. government saw eight women from Venezuela caught in the middle of a complex situation. The women were initially part of a group of alleged gang members from Venezuela who were deported to El Salvador. The women were not aware of their destination un
A student activist from Columbia University, Mahmoud Khalil, found himself in a Louisiana courtroom. This was not a typical court appearance. Khalil, a 30-year-old legal U. S. resident, was there to discuss his immigration case. He had no criminal record, but he was detained by federal immigration a
