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Judge Blocks ICE Memo, Bars Warrantless DC Arrests

5/8/2026

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  • Judge Beryl A. Howell ruled that ICE’s memo cannot guide warrantless civil immigration arrests in Washington, D.C.
  • Judge Laura Provinzino rejected the Fridley, Duluth and Minnesota injunction, saying they failed to prove ICE-related injury.
  • The Department of Homeland Security said ICE retains arrest authority and cited Supreme Court rulings.
  • Schools reported a 33% attendance drop during Operation Metro Surge, which the judge said could not be linked to ICE.