Feds Expedite Immigration Cases in Large Court Hearings

The article reports on the increasing use of large "mega master" immigration court hearings across the U.S. to reduce case backlogs. These hearings, which can involve up to 200 individuals at once, are meant to expedite proceedings but raise concerns about due process, with critics arguing they are rushed and chaotic. There has been a significant rise in such hearings since May, coinciding with increased detentions, deportations, and changes to asylum policies, leading to higher rates of absences and deportation orders issued in absentia. Despite claims that these measures aim to address backlogs, advocates warn that they compromise fair treatment for immigrants.

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