Tillis Introduces Law Enforcement Bill On ICE Detainers
Republican U.S. Senator Thom Tillis has introduced legislation that would require local law enforcement officials to adhere to detainer requests made by federal authorities.
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NC House Approves Lawsuit Option Against "Sanctuary" Policies
The North Carolina House wants to give individuals the ability to sue cities or counties that enact policies blocking enforcement of federal immigration laws or preventing their officers from gathe
Report: Russia Exploits Western Legal Systems, Institutions To Its Advantage
The U.S.-based Free Russia Foundation accuses Russia of "infiltrating the fabric of democracy," using international law and accounting firms, think tanks and institutions.
Third Child Dies In U.S. Government Custody Since December
The 16-year-old Guatemalan boy died at a hospital in Texas. Guatemala's government said he had an infection in the frontal lobe of his brain.
ACLU: Border Agents Violate Constitution When They Search Electronic Devices
U.S. border agents improperly look for broad evidence of crimes when they search international travelers' phones and laptops without probable cause, civil rights groups argue.
Federal Appeals Panel Upholds California 'Sanctuary State' Law
The panel also upheld two other state laws protecting immigrants in the workplace and in detention facilities. The judges say the state has the right "to refrain from assisting with federal efforts."
New York Courts Tell ICE Not To Arrest Immigrants In Courthouses Without Warrants
A state court report said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent operations in courthouses discourage noncitizens from reporting crimes and pursuing justice.
Latino Advocacy Groups Create Legal Fund For ICE Arrestees
The arrest of hundreds of undocumented immigrants in North Carolina last week has prompted two Latino advocacy groups to establish a legal fund.
ICE Detention Beds New Stumbling Block In Efforts To Prevent Another Shutdown
Democrats want to cap the number of beds ICE may use to detain people arrested for overstaying their visas or committing minor crimes. President Trump says the idea is "crazy."
Iraqi Has Returned To U.S. After ICE Deported Him Against Court Orders
Muneer Subaihani says immigration agents told him he would be in jail for life if he didn't agree to be deported to Iraq. On Tuesday, in a rare event, he was admitted back into the U.S.