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NYC Comptroller: Trump helped ICE turn Manhattan courthouse into an ‘abduction trap’
MSNBC· 2025-11-09 20:18
Immigration Enforcement Practices - The report highlights a discrepancy between the perception of undocumented migrants avoiding law enforcement and the reality of many appearing in court for routine immigration checks [1] - ICE agents are conducting immigration raids at 26 Federal Plaza, targeting individuals who willingly appear in court for their hearings [5][6] - The strategy at 26 Federal Plaza is described as "easy pickings," contrasting with more aggressive raids in other cities [4] - Undocumented immigrants who show up for immigration court hearings are being arrested by ICE agents immediately after their court appearances [6] - The report describes the holding cells at 26 Federal Plaza as potentially unconstitutional and inhumane, with overcrowded conditions and inadequate facilities [8] - A US District Court judge ordered ICE to improve the conditions for detainees at 26 Federal Plaza [9] Legal and Ethical Concerns - The practice of arresting immigrants after court appearances is described as a "trap" and an "abduction trap," deterring people from attending court [9] - The report questions the legality and ethics of arresting individuals who are following legal procedures and seeking asylum [7][19] - The government's actions contradict the rule of law, as individuals are arrested after receiving a court date and seemingly having an agreement with the government [20][21] Community Response and Support - Individuals and organizations are encouraged to attend federal court hearings to bear witness, inform people of their rights, and provide support [12][13][27] - There is a need for more lawyers to file habeas corpus motions to challenge detentions in federal court [23] - Organizations like New Sanctuary Coalition, Immigrant Arc, and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice are organizing people to support immigrants [26]
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Bloomberg· 2025-09-12 19:34
Immigration Policy - The US government aims to leverage the UN General Assembly to encourage other nations to implement stricter asylum restrictions [1] - This initiative aligns with President Trump's broader efforts to tighten immigration controls [1]
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Elon Musk· 2025-09-08 00:58
Political Commentary - The document suggests a political strategy of importing voters by the radical left [1] - It implies that individuals from Africa, Asia, or Muslim-majority countries seeking asylum should remain in countries closer to their origin and culture [1] Geographic and Demographic Data - Africa is stated to have 54 countries [1] - Asia is stated to have 48 countries [1] - There are reportedly 51 countries with a Muslim majority [1]
NEW: Deported makeup artist FREED in prisoner swap with Venezuela
MSNBC· 2025-07-20 16:48
Immigration & Human Rights - Andre Hernandez Romero, a gay makeup artist from Venezuela, was deported to El Salvador by the Trump administration and later returned to Venezuela in a prisoner swap [1] - Romero sought asylum in the US due to safety concerns in Venezuela [2][6] - Immigration authorities identified Romero's tattoos as gang identifiers, which he denied [2] - Congressman Robert Garcia is working with the State Department to ensure Romero's safety in Venezuela [3] - People often leave their home countries due to safety concerns or to seek a better life [5][6] Political Implications - The case highlights the situation where someone followed the correct immigration procedures but was still deported [4] - The situation raises questions about the treatment of asylum seekers and the reasons people are forced to leave their home countries [5][6]