ICE’S COURTHOUSE DETENTIONS IN CONNECTICUT

ICE’S COURTHOUSE DETENTIONS IN CONNECTICUT #america #usa #immigration #connecticut

“Imagine walking into a courthouse seeking justice… only to be ambushed by masked federal agents. That’s what immigrants and their families are facing right now in Connecticut — and the community is fighting back.” Background In mid-August 2025, Stamford, Connecticut, became the center of growing outrage after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out arrests inside courthouses. • ICE agents, wearing masks and military-style gear, were accused of detaining people without showing warrants. • Local activists called the actions ‘abductions’ and warned they violated Connecticut’s Trust Act, a state law limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities. • These tactics left immigrant communities terrified, with many people now afraid to attend court hearings — even for minor issues. What Happened • On August 11, 2025, witnesses reported seeing ICE agents storm into Stamford Superior Courthouse, quickly detaining at least two men. • One eyewitness described it as: “cold, unjustified violence… no words, just a mechanical abduction.” • Just three days later, on August 14, dozens of residents, activists, and lawmakers gathered outside the courthouse to protest. Voices from the Rally • Community leaders and lawmakers — including State Reps. Matthew Blumenthal and Hubert Delany — said these actions violated state law. • Phil Berns, an immigration attorney, said he receives 25 calls a day from people in fear, but he can only take on one or two cases — highlighting the urgent need for more legal aid. • Activists from Stamford Norwalk United with Immigrants (SNUI) described ICE’s courthouse raids as part of a broader strategy to intimidate immigrant families and silence communities. Legal and Political Context • Connecticut’s Trust Act (2019) was designed to limit ICE’s power in the state. But advocates say loopholes still allow ICE to conduct courthouse arrests. • Lawmakers are pushing for stronger protections, including bills that would let residents sue cities or agencies that cooperate with ICE. • Governor Ned Lamont has so far resisted expanding restrictions — putting pressure on local communities to fight back. Wider Impact • Similar ICE operations have been reported in Danbury, New Haven, and Norwalk. • In Danbury, agents allegedly threatened to pepper-spray and taser peaceful activists. • In Norwalk, police ordered ICE agents to leave department property after showing up uninvited. Why This Matters • These courthouse arrests discourage immigrants from seeking justice, whether in civil disputes, family cases, or even reporting crimes. • Advocates warn this erodes trust in the justice system and puts vulnerable communities at greater risk.

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