US Federal Judge Orders End to “Unreasonable” Immigration Detentions

Kokcha News Agency reports that a U.S. federal judge has issued a landmark order to stop all “suspicionless” detention and arrest practices carried out by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The decision comes after a recent lawsuit filed by immigrant advocacy groups, which accused the Trump-era administration of “systematically targeting” dark-skinned individuals.

The lawsuit alleges that ICE officials conducted searches and detentions based on race, ethnicity, accent, occupation, or locations visited, and that individuals held at the Los Angeles detention center were denied access to legal counsel and communication with their attorneys.

Judge Maame E. Frimpong ruled that until the case is fully resolved in seven districts across the country, ICE officers must cease any stops or arrests without “reasonable suspicion.” The ruling explicitly bans the detention of people based on racial or ethnic profiling and other discriminatory factors.

Additionally, the order ensures that those housed at “B-18,” a detention center in Los Angeles, are guaranteed the right to legal consultation and secure phone calls seven days a week—a move aimed at safeguarding legal rights amid ongoing accusations of abuse.

**Reaction from Authorities:**
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security dismissed the lawsuit’s claims as “disgusting and completely unfounded,” asserting that their operations are “targeted” and lawful. Conversely, the White House announced plans to appeal the ruling, arguing that the decision interferes with immigration policies and law enforcement priorities.

As the legal battle unfolds, the court’s decision signals a significant shift towards procedural fairness in immigration enforcement, with concerns raised about racial profiling and civil rights violations under the previous administration.