ICE Forced to Rein In Two Controversial Tactics Within 24 Hours
Summary
A federal judge ordered Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to stop detaining people at immigration courts nationwide, reinstating protections that allow immigrants to attend their hearings without fear of arrest. ICE was also told by its leadership to limit high-speed car chases and vehicle stops after safety concerns.Key Facts
- A judge in New York ruled that ICE cannot detain immigrants at immigration courts anywhere in the U.S.
- The ruling reversed a policy from President Biden’s administration that was revoked in 2025, which had barred arrests at courthouses.
- ICE had resumed arrests at immigration court hearings after the 2025 policy change, leading to increased detentions.
- The judge criticized the Trump administration’s handling of courthouse arrest policies, saying no clear changes were officially made.
- ICE was ordered to reinstate the Biden-era policy protecting immigrants attending court.
- ICE leadership issued a memo to agents to stop high-speed vehicle chases and only make traffic stops under safer conditions.
- ICE has faced criticism for aggressive tactics, including a recent incident where an immigrant was shot during a chase in Austin, Texas.
- The changes aim to reduce risks to immigrants and the public during immigration enforcement actions.
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