An immigration appellate board upheld a Trump-era policy mandating detention for immigrants entering the US without authorization, impacting thousands currently detained and potentially millions more. The ruling binds immigration judges, preventing bond release even for those deemed non-flight risks or dangers. This decision, challenged in federal court, is criticized for potentially breaking the spirits of immigrants and forcing them to accept deportation. The policy affects individuals who have resided in the US for years, treating them similarly to newly arrived immigrants. The Department of Homeland Security has not commented.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.