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The defendants had been in custody since their arrests in late July and August 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

The BBC understands that Parry's DBS check was clear because the online "Update" service used by many employers, only searches for non-conviction information, including arrests, every nine months.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

At the time, the departures left the office understaffed amid a glut of habeas corpus petition cases from federal immigration detainees challenging their arrests during the surge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

The number of arrests by ICE agents has declined.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Each batch of defiers would have a leader who would inform the police in advance of the act of disobedience so that the arrests could take place with a minimum of disturbance.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela