New DHS Policy Restricts Bond for Immigration Cases, Affecting Millions

New DHS Policy on Immigration Detention

• 🎯 A new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy is revising the legal position on detention and release for immigrants.
• 🔒 Acting Director of ICE has issued a memo instructing officers to detain immigrants for the duration of their removal proceedings.
• ⛓️ This means immigrants will likely not be able to bail out, potentially leading to detention during lengthy litigation that could span months or years.

Impact on Immigrants and Legal Rights

• ⚖️ Lawyers suggest this policy will apply to millions of immigrants across the U.S.-Mexican border.
• 📣 The policy is criticized for sending the wrong message, potentially encouraging self-deportation rather than allowing individuals to pursue their right to fight for immigration relief or against losing their green card.

Local Actions to Support Affected Individuals

• 🤝 The LA County Board of Supervisors is considering motions to provide financial support for businesses, workers, and families impacted by immigration raids.
• 📦 Support may also extend to foster families and pets, and aid in the return of work equipment and vehicles left behind by those detained.
• 🏘️ These local efforts aim to help Angelinos affected by ICE detentions, while federal policy imposes further restrictions.