One day inside the deportation machine at a federal immigration court in New York
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A single day at the Jacob K Javits federal building reveals harrowing experiences during immigration court. Individuals face the threat of detention immediately after hearings, transforming routine judicial processes into moments of panic. Reports document widespread arrests at courthouses nationwide, intensifying fears among immigrant communities as federal authorities conduct a crackdown on immigration. A class-action lawsuit has been filed, opposing the practice of courthouse arrests. Efforts by Congress representatives to oversee detention conditions have encountered resistance. Recently released footage shows the harsh realities of detention on-site, underscoring the urgent need for reform in immigration enforcement practices.
There have been reports of arrests at courthouses across the country, from Phoenix to Los Angeles to Chicago, turning routine hearings into scenes fraught with anxiety and fear.
Showing up for immigration court hearings can lead to serious consequences, and those who have been granted follow-up hearings are still detained immediately by federal officials.
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