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ICE Arrests Asylum Seeker After Judge Bars Move

5/21/2026

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  • ICE arrested asylum seeker Vinely Alexander Castillo-Norales hours after Judge P. Kevin Castel barred the move, prompting contempt accusations.
  • He was detained in New York City and released hours later.
  • NY Legal Assistance Group filed a habeas petition saying the arrest violated Castel’s order and a Second Circuit bond-rights ruling.
  • DHS called Castillo-Norales a gang member despite no convictions, and the appellate split may bring the case to Supreme Court.