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News in English (USA) / 01.02.2026 / 08:00

ICE Expands Authority for Warrantless Arrests and Home Entries

A leaked internal memo from ICE has come to light, indicating a significant policy shift that grants agents increased power to conduct warrantless arrests and enter homes without warrants from judges. This development has sparked widespread concern regarding civil liberties and constitutional rights, leading to multiple lawsuits aimed at halting these practices. Advocacy groups, including the ACLU, are alerting communities about their rights in this context, stating that individuals are not obligated to open their doors to ICE agents. Critics argue that these new directives undermine the Fourth Amendment and invite potential abuses of power by federal agents, particularly in the wake of the Trump administration’s intensified crackdown on immigration.
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