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A federal California judge has mandated the Trump administration cease "indiscriminately" detaining individuals believed to be living in the United States illegally. The ruling, issued in a temporary restraining order on Friday, also prohibits immigration officials from obstructing individuals from accessing legal representation.
This lawsuit was initiated by three immigrants who were arrested while searching for work at a Pasadena bus stop, alongside two U.S. citizens, with one reportedly showing an ID during detention. In response, the Department of Homeland Security took to social media to express discontent with the judge's order, asserting that it undermined "the will of the American people."
In her order, Judge Maame Frimpong highlighted evidence suggesting that officials have been engaging in "roving patrols," characterized as "indiscriminately rounding up individuals without reasonable suspicion." This practice would infringe upon constitutional rights, she argued. Under her ruling, immigration arrests cannot be based merely on factors such as "race or ethnicity," "language spoken," or individuals' presence in specific locations like bus stops or car washes.
This ruling comes amid intensified efforts by the Trump administration to crack down on illegal immigration in California, a state that has frequently clashed with the administration’s policies. Recent raids, including one in Los Angeles, have sparked significant protests. A recent raid at a marijuana farm in California led to violent demonstrations, culminating in over 200 arrests, including minors, with several workers sustaining critical injuries, according to the United Farm Workers.
Human rights advocates have condemned the government's approach as discriminatory, arguing that it deprives individuals of their constitutional rights. "Everyone, regardless of skin color, language, or workplace, is entitled to constitutional protections against unlawful stops," stated Mohammad Tajsar, a senior attorney with the ACLU Foundation of Southern California.
In contrast, the government defends its immigration actions, asserting a focus on violent offenders and the need to meet a daily target of 3,000 arrests, aligned with President Trump's objective to initiate the "largest deportation" campaign in U.S. history. "America’s brave men and women are removing murderers, MS-13 gang members, pedophiles, rapists—truly the worst of the worst from Golden State communities," Homeland Security posted in response to the judge's recent order.
A federal California judge has mandated the Trump administration cease "indiscriminately" detaining individuals believed to be living in the United States illegally. The ruling, issued in a temporary restraining order on Friday, also prohibits immigration officials from obstructing individuals from accessing legal representation.
This lawsuit was initiated by three immigrants who were arrested while searching for work at a Pasadena bus stop, alongside two U.S. citizens, with one reportedly showing an ID during detention. In response, the Department of Homeland Security took to social media to express discontent with the judge's order, asserting that it undermined "the will of the American people."
In her order, Judge Maame Frimpong highlighted evidence suggesting that officials have been engaging in "roving patrols," characterized as "indiscriminately rounding up individuals without reasonable suspicion." This practice would infringe upon constitutional rights, she argued. Under her ruling, immigration arrests cannot be based merely on factors such as "race or ethnicity," "language spoken," or individuals' presence in specific locations like bus stops or car washes.
This ruling comes amid intensified efforts by the Trump administration to crack down on illegal immigration in California, a state that has frequently clashed with the administration’s policies. Recent raids, including one in Los Angeles, have sparked significant protests. A recent raid at a marijuana farm in California led to violent demonstrations, culminating in over 200 arrests, including minors, with several workers sustaining critical injuries, according to the United Farm Workers.
Human rights advocates have condemned the government's approach as discriminatory, arguing that it deprives individuals of their constitutional rights. "Everyone, regardless of skin color, language, or workplace, is entitled to constitutional protections against unlawful stops," stated Mohammad Tajsar, a senior attorney with the ACLU Foundation of Southern California.
In contrast, the government defends its immigration actions, asserting a focus on violent offenders and the need to meet a daily target of 3,000 arrests, aligned with President Trump's objective to initiate the "largest deportation" campaign in U.S. history. "America’s brave men and women are removing murderers, MS-13 gang members, pedophiles, rapists—truly the worst of the worst from Golden State communities," Homeland Security posted in response to the judge's recent order.
