ICE officials are starting a nationwide initiative to arrest illegal immigrants after asylum hearings as they leave courtrooms. This effort will target those who have been living in the United States for less than two years and aims to expedite their removal from the country.
Key Points
ICE targeting illegal immigrants living in the U.S. for less than two years
Expedited removal process without a hearing before an immigration judge
Effort to get cases dropped and expedite deportation
Pros
Effort to enforce immigration laws
Aims to expedite deportation of illegal immigrants
Cons
May lead to controversy and disincentivize migrants from attending asylum hearings
Targets individuals with no criminal history aside from illegal entry