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Federal Judge Reviews DHS Immigration Policy Amid School Concerns

4/10/2026

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Schools Challenge Immigration

A federal judge in St. Paul heard arguments over the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy change on immigration enforcement near schools in a lawsuit by Fridley and Duluth school districts challenging its revocation.
Educators say change heightens fears and reduces attendance.
Houston City Council passed an ordinance limiting cooperation with ICE, removing a 30-minute waiting rule.
Vermont introduced a bill to standardize sanctuary school policies across districts.

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DHS Scrutinizes Dilley

Under new DHS leadership, the Dilley, Texas detention center faces scrutiny over treatment of families and children.
Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas), describe the facility as secretive.
Recent visits documented alarming conditions, including a measles outbreak and severe medical emergencies among children.
Although the number of detainees has declined, more than 300 remain in custody, including 77 children.

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Schools Challenge Immigration

A federal judge in St. Paul heard arguments over the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy change on immigration enforcement near schools in a lawsuit by Fridley and Duluth school districts challenging its revocation.
Educators say change heightens fears and reduces attendance.
Houston City Council passed an ordinance limiting cooperation with ICE, removing a 30-minute waiting rule.
Vermont introduced a bill to standardize sanctuary school policies across districts.

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