mega master hearings
Coverage of mega master hearings in the Nexus archive.
- New Orleans immigration court among sites where ‘mega master’ hearings speed up deportations
The Trump administration uses 'mega master' hearings to reschedule immigration cases to short notice, leading to many deportations when people do not attend. Data analysts found 40% no-show rates, with some judges deporting all absent individuals. The court's spokesperson claims timely case handling is prioritized.
- 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.
- Mass hearings at Concord immigration court spark deportation fears
Concord’s immigration court is holding 'mega master' hearings, processing over three times the normal number of cases, which has sparked fears of increased deportations. A related article mentions a planned closure of an SF immigration court that could delay cases further.