Father ripped from family as agents target immigration courts, arresting people after cases dismissed

latimes.comPublished: 5/24/2025

Summary

The article highlights the shocking practice by ICE where individuals like Erick Fonseca Solorzano are detained in immigration court without a proper court appearance, leading to their swift removal for "expedited departure." This tactic has led to significant trauma and legal challenges, with many immigrants affected expressing that they are being unfairly targeted despite valid claims. The Department of Homeland Security is expanding such practices across the country, bypassing traditional court processes, while legal advocates warn that this approach undermines fair treatment and due process for immigrants trying to navigate the system responsibly.