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NYC Officials Alarmed by Immigration Court Detainment Traps

7/12/2025

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New York City officials are sounding the alarm over alleged detainment traps in federal immigration courts. After the detention of Jefferson Velazquez, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and others voiced deep concern for families caught in this crisis. They argue that ICE's practice of detaining immigrants right after court appearances poses a dire threat to democracy as deportations surge under the Trump administration.

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New York City officials are sounding the alarm over alleged detainment traps in federal immigration courts. After the detention of Jefferson Velazquez, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and others voiced deep concern for families caught in this crisis. They argue that ICE's practice of detaining immigrants right after court appearances poses a dire threat to democracy as deportations surge under the Trump administration.