A New York judge has halted New York City officials from proceeding with a plan that would allow federal immigration agents to operate at Rikers Island. This comes ahead of a hearing on April 25 concerning a lawsuit filed by the City Council against Mayor Eric Adams, who authorized the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the jail complex. The City Council's lawsuit alleges that Adams engaged in a 'corrupt' deal with the previous Trump administration. Adams maintains that ICEâs presence is intended for criminal investigations, not immigration enforcement, while a spokesperson confirmed that no agreements would be made before the court hearing.
A New York judge ordered city officials to halt a plan for federal immigration agents to operate within Rikers Island before a hearing on the legal challenge.
Judge Rosado barred the city from negotiating any agreements with the federal government until an April 25 hearing regarding the immigration enforcement presence.
Adams has faced criticism for allegedly striking a corrupt deal with the Trump administration to allow ICE presence in exchange for dropped criminal charges.
The lawsuit claims Mayor Adams's order allows ICE to return to Rikers, contradicting the cityâs existing sanctuary laws that limit immigration enforcement cooperation.
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