Trump Administration Deports Immigrant Detainees from Guantanamo Bay
#Guantanamo #immigrationThe Trump administration abruptly empties Guantanamo prison of all immigrant detainees, sending nearly 200 Venezuelan immigrants back to their home country. Legal action against lack of access to detainees continues. read more
Trump administration detains 178 Venezuelan immigrants at Guantanamo Bay
#Guantanamo #VenezuelanDetaineesThe Trump administration is holding 178 Venezuelan immigrants at Guantanamo Bay, with nearly a third classified as "lower-threat." They are denied lawyers, with the Justice Department arguing they have no legal right to counsel. International scrutiny and concerns about human rights persist. read more
Lawsuit challenges Trump's plan to send detained immigrants to Guantanamo
#Guantanamo #ImmigrationRightsCivil rights groups and families are suing the Trump administration to access detained immigrants in Guantanamo Bay. Concerns are raised about lack of legal assistance and communication with families, as thousands face potential transfer to the military prison. read more
Defense Secretary Limits War Court Official's Settlement Power Amid Controversy
#Guantanamo #USpoliticsDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin has removed the Guantánamo official's power to reach settlements with 9/11 plotters amid a legal dispute over plea deals. Military prosecutors had agreed to life sentences, but Austin later sought to cancel the agreements. Two-thirds of detainees at Guantánamo remain uncharged. read more