deportation
Coverage of deportation in the Nexus archive.
- Federal judge blocks deportation of West Hollywood man detained by ICE during immigration check-in
A federal judge has issued a temporary block on the deportation of a West Hollywood resident. This individual was recently detained by ICE agents during an immigration check-in.
- Many immigrants face deportation without a lawyer at their side in court. This program tries to help
Many immigrants appear in immigration court without legal representation, which creates significant risk for their future in America or deportation. Experts note that receiving legal help is vital because immigrants are not guaranteed an attorney in these courts, and a study found that 47% were successful in cases where they did have a lawyer. A program coordinating volunteers aims to assist people navigating this complicated legal system.
- Many immigrants face deportation without a lawyer at their side in court. This program tries to help
Many immigrants face deportation without a lawyer present in court. To address this issue, a program has been established by a legal nonprofit organization. This initiative aims to help immigrants navigate the immigration court system located in California's capital.
- Woke Canadian woman who slapped teens for wearing MAGA clothing ordered to be DEPORTED by judge
A Canadian woman was ordered to be deported by a judge for slapping teenagers who were wearing MAGA clothing. The incident involved the woman targeting the teens for their political apparel.
- ICE detainee who illegally re-entered US after deportation dies at Delaney Hall
Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, who was deported in 2006, illegally reentered the United States and was arrested in Plainfield, New Jersey, in June before his death. The article notes his detention by ICE and subsequent death at Delaney Hall.
- Undocumented immigrant claims US uncle ran off with $2M lottery prize
An undocumented California woman claims her uncle took a $2 million lottery prize after she asked him to cash the winning ticket due to fears of deportation if she claimed it herself. The woman alleges the uncle pocketed the jackpot instead of sharing it with her.
- Thousands of migrant children in the US could face new deportation risks as legal aid deal expires
Thousands of migrant children in the U.S. could face deportation risks as a legal aid deal expires, potentially leaving them without legal representation in immigration court. The children arrived in the U.S. alone and may now be forced to navigate court proceedings without lawyers.
- Missouri couple murdered in Guatemala after deportation
A Missouri couple who illegally immigrated to the United States was killed in Guatemala after the husband was deported and the wife self-deported. Two communities in two countries are now reeling and seeking answers.
- Obscure court hears first-ever case in attempt to deport permanent US resident
An obscure removal court is hearing its first-ever case to deport a permanent U.S. resident. The case marks a potential precedent in immigration enforcement.
- Trump administration appeals to never-before-used court for deportation
The Trump administration is using a previously unutilized court to pursue the deportation of Nazira Haji Zada, who is not facing any criminal charges. Prosecutors are seeking her removal without alleging any criminal activity.
- Asylum rule changes could lead to quick, wrongful removals, advocates warn
The Trump administration announced a sudden change in asylum application handling, which migrant advocates warn could lead to immediate deportations of many people in the United States. Advocates argue the new rules may result in wrongful removals.
- Long-dormant court holds first public hearing as US seeks to deport Afghan woman
A federal judge has refused to dismiss the case against an Afghan woman who is the first person facing deportation under the Trump administration's activation of a long-dormant court in Washington. The court held its first public hearing as part of this case.
- 1 More Question: Was deportation a 'Get out of jail' free card?
Ben Bradley's latest 1 More Question segment questions whether deportation is being used as a way to avoid legal consequences, comparing it to a 'Get out of jail free card'.
- US immigration agents are patrolling airports to arrest visa overstayers
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are patrolling airports using Transportation Security Administration (TSA) data to arrest visa overstayers, resulting in 27 arrests across nine states. The Trump administration, under new DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin, aims to meet a one million annual deportation target, with June seeing the highest immigration detentions since 2025.
- New federal rule sends asylum cases to immigration courts, pushing migrants toward deportation
A new federal rule redirects asylum cases to immigration courts, increasing the risk of deportation for migrants. U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services estimates up to 444,000 cases could be impacted.
- Albanian drug dealer, 38, will not be deported 'because his daughter wets the bed'
A 38-year-old Albanian drug dealer will not be deported due to his daughter's bedwetting. The decision hinges on family circumstances rather than legal or criminal factors.
- Bravo star details ‘disgusting’ night in detention center, deportation from the US
A Bravo reality star described a 'disgusting' experience in a US detention center, noting 'dirty blankets on the floor' and 'stains all over the walls' before deportation.
- Bravo star details ‘disgusting’ night in detention center, deportation from the US
A Bravo reality star described a 'disgusting' night in a US detention center, citing 'dirty blankets on the floor' and 'stains all over the walls,' and was deported from the country.
- Why the US pro-Israel lobby wants Trita Parsi out of America | Real Talk
Trita Parsi, a political analyst and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute, discusses a campaign against him by the US pro-Israel lobby, including calls for his deportation, and claims the campaign backfired.
- Judge bars deportation of witness in fatal ICE shooting of Mexican homebuilder
A federal judge has blocked the deportation of a witness involved in the fatal shooting of a Mexican homebuilder by ICE agents during a traffic stop in Houston. The decision halts the removal of the individual who witnessed the incident.
- Chicago-area woman arrested by federal agents at green card interview may be deported imminently
Airida Gould, a Chicago-area woman, was arrested by federal agents during a green card interview and faces potential imminent deportation.
- Deported Albanian drug dealer who snuck back into Britain is allowed to stay as it 'would be unfair on his wife'
A deported Albanian drug dealer who illegally returned to Britain was permitted to stay due to fairness concerns regarding his wife. The decision was based on the impact on his spouse, despite his prior deportation and unauthorized return.
- Albanian burglar deported twice before sneaking back into Britain flaunts his wealth by sharing video of him feeding wads of banknotes to his dogs
An Albanian burglar, deported twice previously, has returned to Britain and is displaying his wealth by feeding banknotes to his dogs. The individual's actions highlight his illicit gains despite prior deportations.
- Pratt takes Walz to task in scathing X post over pardoned child rapist: 'Have your hard drives checked'
Spencer Pratt criticized Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for pardoning a child rapist, referencing Walz's defense of the decision. The Minnesota Board of Pardons, including Walz, granted clemency to Tou Lue Vang, who was convicted of raping a 10-year-old girl. Conservative politicians supported Pratt's stance, while the Trump administration had previously deported Vang.
- Caldwell County man convicted for statutory rape, incest; faces deportation
Irene Flores, a 60-year-old Granite Falls man, was convicted of statutory rape and incest and sentenced to up to 23 years in North Carolina prison, facing deportation.
- Why hasn’t Mahmoud Khalil been deported yet?
Mahmoud Khalil, an anti-Israel agitator at Columbia, has not been deported and recently filed a lawsuit alleging the deportation effort is a Jewish conspiracy.
- Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Seeking Asylum Is Arrested by ICE
A Chinese human rights lawyer, Shaoping Wu, was arrested by ICE while seeking asylum. His supporters and relatives are concerned he may be deported.
- Tim Walz offers strange defense for pardoning convicted child rapist Trump administration deported
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz defended the pardon of Tou Lue Vang, a man convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a 10-year-old girl, after the Trump administration deported him to Laos. Vang received a pardon from Minnesota's Board of Pardons in June, but federal officials later revoked his legal status and deported him. Walz questioned the deportation's impact on safety and argued the pardon was not tied to immigration policy.
- Detained men who witnessed fatal ICE shooting seek special visas to prevent deportation, attorneys say
Detained men who witnessed a fatal ICE shooting are seeking U visas to avoid deportation, according to their attorneys. U visas are available to crime victims who assist law enforcement in investigations.
- Walz defends vote to pardon convicted sex offender
Gov. Tim Walz defends his vote to pardon Tou Lue Vang, a man convicted of molesting a 10-year-old child, despite Vang's subsequent deportation. The pardon was approved by Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison, and Chief Justice Natalie Hudson, with Walz citing victim advocacy as a key factor. Homeland Security criticized the pardon as an attempt to block deportation, but Walz argued it did not release Vang from his supervised probation sentence, completed in 2019.
- Mahmoud Khalil files suit alleging a 'public-private' conspiracy to target Israel's critics
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, sued the U.S. federal government and private groups including the Heritage Foundation, Canary Mission, and Betar, alleging a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel through doxxing, arrests, and deportations. The lawsuit claims these entities coordinated to target pro-Palestinian activists by falsely labeling them as antisemites or Hamas affiliates, potentially violating the Ku Klux Klan Act.
- Supreme Court mulls 24X7 emergency protocol to protect life, liberty
The Supreme Court is considering a 24/7 emergency protocol to address credible reports of late-night arrests, early morning demolition drives, and deportations or executive actions occurring during weekends or holidays. The protocol aims to ensure access to justice outside standard office hours.
- UK's first eastern European mayor loses lengthy legal battle to avoid deportation following his conviction for rape
The UK's first eastern European mayor has lost a legal battle to avoid deportation following a rape conviction. The mayor's efforts to remain in the country were unsuccessful despite the prolonged legal proceedings.
- ICE Deports Immigrant Who Was Pardoned for Sex Abuse Conviction
ICE deported Tou Lue Vang, who was pardoned by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for a sex abuse conviction.
- TPS expiration sparks protests as Haitian and Syrian communities in Chicago face uncertainty
The expiration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has triggered protests in Chicago among Haitian and Syrian communities, who now face deportation risks and have lost work authorization and other privileges like driver's licenses.
- Under Trump, deportations of once-protected immigrant kids have tripled
Under President Trump, deportations of unaccompanied immigrant minors have tripled compared to his last term. Elder Chavez, an 18-year-old granted Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, faces deportation after a traffic violation, despite having no criminal record and pursuing permanent residency. Immigration judges have issued over 10,000 removal orders monthly for such minors, a rate four times higher than in Trump’s last term.
- Green card holder faces deportation in harsh immigration system shift
A green card holder is facing deportation amid a shift in the immigration system. Immigration arrests have not slowed despite receiving less media attention recently.
- Two brothers spent every day together in the Mission for three years. Then one was suddenly deported
Two brothers spent every day together in the Mission for three years. After one brother's court appearance was moved, he was suddenly deported.
- Trump administration asks Texas for help providing legal services to immigrant kids facing deportation
The Trump administration has requested Texas's assistance in providing legal services to immigrant children facing deportation. Immigration rights experts express concern that this move could facilitate the transfer of unaccompanied minors to Texas for quicker deportation.
- ICE arrests 10,000 people across US in 5-day span, a sharp surge in Trump's deportation push
ICE arrested 10,000 people across the US over a five-day period at the end of June. The arrests, averaging 2,000 per day, represent a sharp increase and are part of Trump's deportation push.