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

Federal judges are increasingly disregarding Trump-era policies that mandate the detention of immigrants without bail, highlighting a growing judicial pushback against strict immigration enforcement. Gilberto Pacheco's case exemplifies this shift, as he was detained for months without any criminal charge after an illegal entry. This trend underscores a significant legal and political battle over immigration policy, revealing divisions within the judiciary and raising questions about the future of immigration enforcement under federal law. The implications could reshape how immigration cases are handled and signal a potential shift in the administration's hardline stance.