Lawyers battle over Trump admin deporting immigrants to war-torn South Sudan
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For the second time in less than two weeks, immigration lawyers have gone to federal court to try and stop the Trump administration from deporting a small group of immigrants from the United States to a war-torn country not their own. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
AI Summary
Main Idea: A federal judge is weighing an effort to stop the Department of Homeland Security from deporting immigrants to South Sudan, after lawyers said some people were sent there in violation of a court order.
Key Points:
- Immigration lawyers said at least two clients were deported to South Sudan, even though they were supposed to be removed only to their home countries.
- Judge Brian E. Murphy ordered the government to keep custody and control of anyone being removed, so they can be brought back if needed.
- The judge set a new hearing for Wednesday and asked for details on who was removed, what notice they got, and whether they could raise fear of harm.
- The case follows another blocked attempt to send immigrants to Libya, and South Sudan is under a U.S. travel warning because of violence and unrest.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
DHS deportation fights can raise legal costs and deepen fears that people may be sent to dangerous places without enough review.
Positive Impact
Court review may protect due process and lower the risk of wrongful removal for immigrants and their families.
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Destination country at the center of the deportation dispute and travel-risk concerns.
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