Board of Immigration Appeals
Coverage of Board of Immigration Appeals in the Nexus archive.
- 9th Circuit, in Case Argued in Pasadena, Rules Child Who Turns 21 During Appeal Can No Longer Prevent Parent’s Deportation
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a person who turns 21 during a parent’s immigration appeal can no longer be considered a qualifying 'child' to support the parent’s request for cancellation of removal. The unanimous decision in Cruz Torres-Casas v. Todd Blanche requires immigration authorities to reassess qualifying relatives at the time of the agency’s final decision.
- 9th Circuit, in Case Argued in Pasadena, Rules a Child Who Turns 21 During Appeals Can No Longer Support a Parent’s Cancellation of Removal
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a person who turns 21 during a parent’s immigration appeal can no longer be considered a qualifying relative for cancellation of removal. The decision in Cruz Torres-Casas v. Todd Blanche requires immigration authorities to reassess eligibility based on the applicant’s relative status at the time of the agency’s initial decision.
- Immigration courts nationwide are denying more bond requests, especially at Adelanto
Immigration courts nationwide, particularly at the Adelanto detention facility, have significantly increased bond denial rates and bond amounts since November 2025. Data shows denial rates rose from 39% to 57% at Adelanto and from 36% to 55% nationally, with median bond amounts increasing to $10,000 at Adelanto. The shift follows internal instructions to judges and a September 2025 Board of Immigration Appeals decision prioritizing deportation over bond hearings.
- Appeals court blocks Trump admin from holding migrants without bond for over 90 days
A U.S. appeals court ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot detain immigrants for more than 90 days without allowing them to seek bond during deportation proceedings. The 2-1 decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals cited constitutional due process protections, affecting detained immigrants in Texas and Louisiana. The Department of Homeland Security disagreed with the ruling, while migrant advocates praised the court's recognition of constitutional rights.
- Mahmoud Khalil’s lawyer calls immigration case a ‘sham’ after revelation it was fast-tracked by DoJ
Mahmoud Khalil's immigration case was fast-tracked by the Department of Justice, with his lawyer calling it a 'sham'. The case is part of a larger crackdown on pro-Palestinian speech in the US. Khalil's legal team will continue to fight for him in court.
- Anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil one step closer to deportation with immigration board ruling
The immigration appeals board ruled against Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate, advancing the Trump administration's deportation effort. Khalil's legal team condemned the decision as politically motivated and baseless, citing violations of a federal court order.
- Anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil one step closer to deportation with immigration board ruling
The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled against Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and lawful permanent resident, advancing his deportation under the Trump administration's crackdown on anti-Israel campus protesters. Khalil's legal team condemned the decision as politically motivated and baseless, citing lack of evidence linking him to Hamas.
- Immigration board denies Mahmoud Khalil appeal
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) denied Mahmoud Khalil's appeal, resulting in a final removal order. Khalil's lawyers claim the decision was politically motivated, though the ruling remains non-public.
- Immigration board denies Mahmoud Khalil's appeal
The Board of Immigration Appeals rejected Mahmoud Khalil's appeal to dismiss his deportation case, advancing his potential expulsion. This decision marks a significant setback in Khalil's legal battle against deportation.