8legs: District of minnesota, usa

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How long can ICE keep ignoring federal courts?

A Minnesota federal judge threatened ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons with contempt for not complying with court orders on detainee cases.
The contempt referral stems from Juan T.R., an immigrant detainee whose bond hearing was not provided within the seven‑day deadline.
Judge Schiltz said ICE failed to comply with dozens of court orders amid the Minneapolis occupation and related habeas petitions.
The judge noted ICE had moved detainees or delayed hearings without justification, complicating habeas petitions.
The contempt hearing could lead to sanctions if ICE does not remedy the situation, according to the judge.
The case highlights tensions between federal immigration enforcement and judicial oversight in Minnesota.
The reference document links the controversy to broader disputes over ICE’s detention policies and accountability.
The judge’s actions come amid reporting on the Minneapolis occupation and related policy confrontations.
Media coverage notes several judges have criticized or sanction ICE officials for noncompliance in recent weeks.
Experts question whether current detention practices align with constitutional protections and court expectations.

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