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Federal Judge Grants Release to Mother Detained by ICE, Reuniting Her with Young Children After Weeks Apart

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LAKE ELMO, Minn. — A federal judge has ordered the release of Antonia Aguilar Maldonado, a mother who has been in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody for nearly four weeks. Her release comes as her immigration case continues in court. Aguilar Maldonado, originally from El Salvador, was arrested on July 17 while commuting to work. She has no previous criminal record and is a mother of two small children; the youngest, a nursing infant, relies solely on her breast milk due to a milk allergy. Following her arrest, Aguilar Maldonado was held at … Read more

"Long-time U.S. Resident Detained at SFO Sparks Outcry Over Immigration Policies and Rights"

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SAN FRANCISCO — A green card holder who emigrated to the United States from South Korea at the age of five was taken into custody by immigration officials at San Francisco International Airport, raising significant concerns about his treatment and the reasons for his detention. Tae Heung “Will” Kim, 35, has lived in the U.S. for three decades and has been a permanent resident since 2011. His family reached out to the National Korean American Education and Service Consortium (NAKASEC) last week, saying he had been detained by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) after returning … Read more

Local Advocates Detained Amid Controversial New State Law Expanding Housing Access for Immigrants

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Montpelier, Vt. — A new state law aimed at improving housing access for immigrants has been overshadowed by the recent detention of two advocates in Vermont. This incident has raised concerns among community members and activists about the potential repercussions of the legislation. The law, designed to enhance housing opportunities for immigrants, was introduced amid ongoing debates about immigration policy and housing shortages. Supporters argue that it is a critical step towards creating a more inclusive and equitable housing landscape. They believe that everyone, regardless of their immigration status, should have access to safe and … Read more

Federal Judge Orders Release of Former Columbia Student Detained Amid Controversy Over Pro-Palestinian Protests

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University, from immigration detention. Khalil had been held since early March as the Trump administration sought to deport him following his involvement in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz issued the order during a hearing conducted over the phone from New Jersey. He described it as “highly unusual” for the government to continue detaining a lawful permanent resident who posed no flight risk and had not been accused of any violent behavior. “He is not … Read more