Judges Push Through ‘Avalanche’ of Immigration-Related Caseloads Slamming Federal Courts

A Law.com investigation found the number of habeas corpus petitions filed by immigrant detainees jumped by nearly 1,500% nationwide, leaving many of the busiest district courts struggling to keep up.

       

A Law.com investigation found the number of habeas corpus petitions filed by immigrant detainees jumped by nearly 1,500% nationwide, leaving many of the busiest district courts struggling to keep up.