Murad Awawdeh
Coverage of Murad Awawdeh in the Nexus archive.
- Trump Administration Unfurls Mass Deportation Proceedings in NYC Immigration Court
The Trump Administration introduced 'mega master' hearings in NYC immigration court, where a single judge reviewed over 100 deportation cases in one day. This policy, previously tested in Illinois and Massachusetts, has drawn criticism from advocates who argue it undermines immigrants' rights by expediting deportation processes.
- ICE Is Looking For Parking in New York City — For a 150-Vehicle Deportation Fleet
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is seeking to rent a parking lot in Lower Manhattan to accommodate a 150-vehicle fleet near its Varick Street field office. The request has sparked opposition from immigrant advocates, who argue it facilitates ICE's deportation operations. The current contract for a nearby Pier 40 garage is expiring, and ICE requires secure, 24/7-monitored parking with specific access controls.