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Habeas Corpus and Immigration Detention

The use of habeas corpus and other legal remedies to challenge immigration detention and seek release or damages

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Jan 27, 2026

How do nonprofits help detainees file bond motions and habeas petitions against ICE

by screening cases, preparing bond motions and , filing in immigration and federal courts, and providing essential evidence and procedural support to increase chances of release . They combine ready-m...

Jan 14, 2026

What policies caused wrongful deportations of US citizens under Obama?

The wrongful deportation of U.S. citizens during the Obama years flowed less from a single malicious directive than from a cluster of policies and systems that prioritized speed, data‑sharing, and pro...