Flouting Trump policy, federal judges are freeing immigrants from mandatory detention

Federal judges are increasingly challenging Trump-era policies by releasing immigrants from mandatory detention despite lacking legal grounds for their arrest. Gilberto Pacheco's case exemplifies this trend; he was detained for months without bond after an illegal entry, even though he wasn't accused of any crime. This judicial pushback highlights a significant shift in how immigration cases are being handled, suggesting a broader change in the legal system's approach to immigration enforcement. It underscores the tension between executive policy and judicial interpretation, raising questions about the future of immigration law and enforcement practices.