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Federal Judge Upholds Humanitarian Standards for Immigrant Detainees at NYC Ice Facility Amidst Overcrowding Concerns

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A federal judge in New York has upheld restrictions on the number of immigrants that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can detain at 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan, emphasizing the need for humane conditions and legal representation for detainees. This ruling, issued on Wednesday, follows concerns raised about overcrowding and unsanitary conditions faced by immigrants held at the facility. Judge Lewis Kaplan agreed with claims made by immigrants and advocacy groups, including the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and Make the Road New York. In a decision … Read more

Minot Man Convicted of Exploiting Vulnerable Elderly Residents in Disturbing Care Facility Case

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MINOT, N.D. — A Ward County jury has found Dalton Hattem guilty of sexually abusive actions against elderly residents in a Minot long-term care facility. The verdict was reached quickly, with jurors deliberating for only 16 minutes before concluding that Hattem exploited individuals who were vulnerable due to age, illness, or cognitive limitations. Prosecutors presented evidence, including explicit communications and videos between Hattem and his wife, Amber, which outlined a disturbing pattern of exploitation. The jury’s decision, which includes two counts of conspiracy to commit gross sexual imposition, carries a potential maximum sentence of 20 … Read more

Minot Man Convicted of Conspiring to Exploit Vulnerable Care Facility Residents in Disturbing Case

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MINOT, N.D. — A Minot man has been convicted on two counts of conspiracy to commit gross sexual imposition following a brief jury deliberation that lasted only 16 minutes at the Ward County Courthouse last week. The charges stemmed from allegations that he and his wife exploited vulnerable residents of a local long-term care facility. Dalton Hattem, 34, was charged earlier this year in March after an investigation revealed that he coordinated with his 33-year-old wife, Amber Hattem, to take advantage of residents who were unable to defend themselves due to age, illness, or cognitive … Read more

Alligator Alcatraz Detention Facility Remains Open as Appeals Court Blocks Closure Order

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ATLANTA — An appeals court on Thursday granted a temporary reprieve for Florida’s controversial migrant detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” blocking a previous order from a federal judge that mandated its closure. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hailed the court’s decision as a victory for the state, drawing attention to efforts that align with the policies of former President Donald Trump. Uthmeier expressed his satisfaction on social media, stating that the 11th Circuit not only halted the closure but also stopped the federal judge from taking further action until the appeal process is complete. … Read more