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Judge Upholds Nassau County's Controversial ICE Partnership

2/24/2026

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Justice Danielle Peterson (New York state judge) dismissed the New York Civil Liberties Union's lawsuit challenging Nassau County's partnership with ICE, ruling it lawful.
The judge found the claims unfounded.
The deal enhances public safety.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman (R) supported the ruling, noting over 2,000 illegal migrants were removed.
Critics say it risks racial profiling and harms immigrant families amid ICE enforcement concerns on Long Island.

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Justice Danielle Peterson (New York state judge) dismissed the New York Civil Liberties Union's lawsuit challenging Nassau County's partnership with ICE, ruling it lawful.
The judge found the claims unfounded.
The deal enhances public safety.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman (R) supported the ruling, noting over 2,000 illegal migrants were removed.
Critics say it risks racial profiling and harms immigrant families amid ICE enforcement concerns on Long Island.