Federal Judge Orders Release of Hundreds of Immigrants Arrested During Chicago Raids
A US district judge has ordered the release of hundreds of people who were arrested during aggressive immigration raids across Chicago, which were launched by the Trump administration earlier this year. The decision comes after a federal lawsuit was filed on behalf of immigrants detained during the raids.
Judge Jeffrey Cummings has ruled that the 615 individuals can be released from custody if they meet certain conditions. These include paying a $1,500 bond and not having any prior criminal history or removal orders. The order also prohibits government officials from pressuring detainees into agreeing to voluntary deportation while their cases are pending.
According to court documents, 13 immigrants will be immediately released under the terms of the order. However, it is estimated that over 600 additional individuals may be released in a week on bond or ankle monitoring.
The decision has been hailed as a victory by immigration advocates, who argue that federal agents violated agreements governing warrantless arrests in the Chicago area. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the National Immigrant Justice Center filed a lawsuit against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over allegations of human rights abuses during the raids.
The court's decision also prohibits government officials from using excessive force, including deploying tear gas and pepper spray, against protesters. Immigration advocates have criticized the Trump administration for launching an aggressive crackdown on immigrants in Chicago, citing concerns about safety and accountability.
A justice department lawyer has requested that Judge Cummings halt any release orders to allow more time for vetting of the individuals, but the judge has ordered both parties to file a status report by November 21.
A US district judge has ordered the release of hundreds of people who were arrested during aggressive immigration raids across Chicago, which were launched by the Trump administration earlier this year. The decision comes after a federal lawsuit was filed on behalf of immigrants detained during the raids.
Judge Jeffrey Cummings has ruled that the 615 individuals can be released from custody if they meet certain conditions. These include paying a $1,500 bond and not having any prior criminal history or removal orders. The order also prohibits government officials from pressuring detainees into agreeing to voluntary deportation while their cases are pending.
According to court documents, 13 immigrants will be immediately released under the terms of the order. However, it is estimated that over 600 additional individuals may be released in a week on bond or ankle monitoring.
The decision has been hailed as a victory by immigration advocates, who argue that federal agents violated agreements governing warrantless arrests in the Chicago area. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the National Immigrant Justice Center filed a lawsuit against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over allegations of human rights abuses during the raids.
The court's decision also prohibits government officials from using excessive force, including deploying tear gas and pepper spray, against protesters. Immigration advocates have criticized the Trump administration for launching an aggressive crackdown on immigrants in Chicago, citing concerns about safety and accountability.
A justice department lawyer has requested that Judge Cummings halt any release orders to allow more time for vetting of the individuals, but the judge has ordered both parties to file a status report by November 21.
. I mean I get it, the courts are sayin people got rights but what about safety?! 
Those raids were crazy and who knows what kinda ppl we r lettin out now? 
. Its all good on one hand cuz its about due process but on the other u got all these ppl who might be bad news just walkin free 
. We need better laws and better border control, this is just a bunch of ppl talkin w/ their tongues in Chicago 
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I think this is a good move, releasing these people who were arrested in Chicago raids. Its not right that immigrants have to be detained without being told how long they'll be held or what charges they might face. The government's actions seemed aggressive and I can see why the ACLU and other groups are suing them.
. And now that Judge Cummings has ruled in favor of these people, it's only fair they get a chance to clear their names and figure out what's going on.
. And those protest concerns? Totally valid. I've seen some stuff on social media about protesters being gassed and pepper sprayed... that's not okay, bro 
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. The fact that these people were arrested without any warrants and in an aggressive manner is just unacceptable. It's like they thought they could just come in here and snatch people without any regard for due process or basic human dignity 
. And what about those who are released on ankle monitoring? That's basically house arrest 
The government needs to get its priorities straight and start treating people with some respect and compassion 
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. It's a reminder that our system of justice is supposed to protect us all, not just the powerful and privileged 
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the trumps were all about crackdowns and deportation, but now it looks like the courts are stepping in to say "hey, wait a minute..." 
and hopefully this will set a precedent for other cities and states to follow suit 
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. I guess we'll just have to wait and see how this all plays out in court 
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that's what justice is all about 
hope the gov still doesn't mess it up after this court order 
Who comes up with these numbers, huh?