Courthouse

A federal judge has ruled that the ICE policy allowing arrests of immigrants at courthouses is invalid, describing it as arbitrary. The decision challenges a practice long criticized by immigration advocates, who argued it deterred people from attending court hearings or cooperating with authorities. The ruling is expected to affect how immigration enforcement is carried out at courthouses and could prompt further legal challenges to related policies.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 873 into law, restricting immigration arrests at or near state courthouses. The measure aims to ensure that immigrants can attend court proceedings without fear of being detained by federal immigration agents, preserving access to the justice system. Supporters say it protects due process, while the law is likely to add to tensions between California and federal immigration authorities.