Inside a Southern California immigration court, Judge Christopher McNary routinely denies asylum requests, with a rejection rate of 70%. This harsh stance reflects the broader immigration crackdown initiated by the Trump administration, which has stationed ICE agents in courthouses across the country. The presence of these agents has resulted in ambushes of immigrants immediately after hearings, raising significant concerns about their safety and the justice of the asylum application process. These developments illustrate the challenges that immigrants face as they navigate an increasingly hostile judicial environment.
"Judge McNary tends to reject seven out of ten asylum requests, emphasizing a strict approach that aligns with immigration policies under the Trump administration's efforts."
"Federal agents have been stationed in courthouses nationwide, including in Santa Ana, where detailed ambushes of immigrants have become commonplace during hearings."
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