Summary
A federal judge temporarily blocked ICE from enforcing rules that required congressional members to give advance notice before visiting immigration detention centers. This decision supports Congress's oversight role and limits ICE's control over access to these facilities.
Key Facts
- A U.S. District Judge stopped ICE from enforcing a rule that needed seven days' notice before visits.
- ICE's rule was challenged because it might violate federal laws about congressional oversight.
- The decision upholds Congress's right to visit detention centers without prior notice.
- The legal challenge was brought by Democratic members of Congress.
- ICE's policy was seen as a barrier to effective oversight.
- The ruling emphasizes the importance of unannounced visits for transparency.
- Section 527, a funding law, supports Congress's right to access these facilities.
- The plaintiffs argued that delayed visits do not allow for accurate inspections of conditions.
