removal orders
Coverage of removal orders in the Nexus archive.
- Immigration judge removal orders spike in June
The number of removals ordered by immigration judges has reached the highest levels in years, nearly tripling since June 2024. This spike marks a significant increase in immigration-related removal actions.
- Immigration judge removal orders spike in June
The number of removal orders issued by immigration judges has surged to the highest levels in years, nearly tripling since June 2024.
- A Ukrainian family built a community in Cleveland. Now, they face deportation
A Ukrainian family in Cleveland faces deportation orders despite building a community and running a successful pierogi business. The family, including Tamila Vashchuk and her husband Mykola, has been active in local activities and volunteer work. The US government issued removal orders after stating that seeking medical care for their son would not affect re-entry.
- ‘Mega’ immigration hearings begin in New Orleans
The New Orleans immigration court has increased daily hearings under the Trump administration’s Department of Justice to expedite deportation decisions. Large 'mega master' hearings, which can include over 100 people, are being criticized by immigrant rights groups for pressuring unrepresented individuals to forfeit their right to challenge deportation.