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Judge blocks Trump administration from arresting immigrants at courts
By Jacob Rosen at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A federal judge in California issued a nationwide injunction against multiple Trump administration policies, among them one that allowed arrests at immigration courts and another that eliminated the cap on the amount of time an individual arrested for an alleged immigration violation can be detai...
Key takeaway Casey Pitts in the Northern District of California ruled in a 71-page opinion Tuesday that the policies were arbitrary and violated the Administrative Procedure Act.
Why this matters in Southlake News
In Southlake , the impact of this ruling will be felt by local immigrant communities who have family members or friends navigating the complex immigration court system. The practice of making arrests at immigration courts has led to fear and anxiety among these communities, and this injunction may bring some relief. However, it remains to be seen how Immigration and Customs Enforcement will adapt to this new ruling in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Local community leaders and organizations that provide support to immigrant families will likely be watching closely to ensure that the rights of noncitizens are protected. The city's own experiences with immigration enforcement and community relations will inform how this ruling plays out locally, and residents can expect to see continued discussion and advocacy around this issue in the coming weeks. As the situation unfolds, Southlake residents will be looking for clarity on how this ruling will affect local immigration enforcement practices.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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