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Judge bars immigration arrests at US courthouses in a setback for Trump
By Elliot Spagat, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A judge on Tuesday barred the federal government from making arrests at immigration courts, ordering an end to a practice that took hold shortly after President Donald Trump took office last year.The Trump administration's reversal of long-standing policy against arrests at immigration court resu...
Key takeaway “For 80 years, Congress has commanded federal agencies to think before they act,” wrote Pitts, referring to the Administrative Procedure Act, a 1946 law that requires federal agencies to justify its actions.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The ruling's impact will be felt in Terrell Hills , where residents have seen the effects of immigration policies on local families and communities. For years, the city's residents have navigated the complexities of the immigration system, and the practice of making arrests at immigration courts has likely deterred some from attending hearings. The judge's decision to bar these arrests nationwide may help alleviate some of the fear and uncertainty that has gripped the community. As the city's residents continue to interact with the immigration system, they will be watching to see how the federal government responds to this ruling and whether it will lead to a shift in how immigration cases are handled in San Antonio-area courts. The decision may also have implications for local law enforcement and their interactions with federal immigration authorities, an issue that has been a topic of discussion in Terrell Hills and surrounding communities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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