U.S. immigration courts are witnessing a surge in arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), raising alarm among immigrant communities and advocacy groups. Reports indicate that ICE has been detaining individuals outside courts in cities like St. Louis, Sacramento, and Santa Ana, fearing deportation among immigrants. Attorneys are requesting virtual hearings to circumvent potential detentions, while protests against these tactics are being organized in several locations, including San Antonio. The DHS has faced backlash over claims of using harsh methods, including zip-ties on children, which they have denied. As the administration ramps up deportation efforts, many migrants are contemplating self-deportation amidst the trepidation fueled by these new enforcement strategies.