ICE agents illegally detained Oregon man, federal court rules

A federal court has ruled that ICE unlawfully detained a Newport man, identified as "YZLH," who sought asylum in the U. S. since spring 2023. District Judge Michael H. Simon concluded that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) acted outside its authority when it terminated the man's parole.

The ruling described how ICE agents apprehended him following a June 5 immigration court hearing, where he was given additional time to find legal representation. DHS's actions were deemed to have violated federal immigration laws, leading to the judge's order for the man's release. Advocates from the Immigration Law Lab hailed the ruling as a significant rejection of punitive enforcement policies against asylum seekers. They stressed the need for a humane immigration system that respects individual rights. The case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by individuals seeking refuge in the U.

S. , particularly amidst aggressive immigration enforcement. Simon's ruling also prohibits DHS from re-detaining the man without prior court approval.