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Judge Blocks ICE Rules Limiting Congressional Detention Access

12/18/2025

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U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb blocked U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) rules limiting congressional visits to detention facilities.
She ruled the policy likely violates federal law allowing unannounced oversight visits.
U.S. Representative Joe Neguse (D-Colo.) led the lawsuit, arguing the rules restrict access and hinder oversight.
ICE and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defended the policy for operational security and face an appeal.

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U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb blocked U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) rules limiting congressional visits to detention facilities.
She ruled the policy likely violates federal law allowing unannounced oversight visits.
U.S. Representative Joe Neguse (D-Colo.) led the lawsuit, arguing the rules restrict access and hinder oversight.
ICE and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defended the policy for operational security and face an appeal.