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Judge Slams Trump’s Immigration Policies Overwhelming Courts

1/30/2026

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Chief Judge Patrick J. Schiltz of the District of Minnesota criticized the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies for overwhelming courts with habeas corpus petitions.
Since January, more than 400 Minnesota detainees have filed petitions seeking bond hearings or release.
Schiltz said the administration failed to prepare for the influx, causing delays as the Justice Department allocates resources.
The situation reflects broader challenges posed by aggressive immigration enforcement across the country.

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Chief Judge Patrick J. Schiltz of the District of Minnesota criticized the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies for overwhelming courts with habeas corpus petitions.
Since January, more than 400 Minnesota detainees have filed petitions seeking bond hearings or release.
Schiltz said the administration failed to prepare for the influx, causing delays as the Justice Department allocates resources.
The situation reflects broader challenges posed by aggressive immigration enforcement across the country.