detainment

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Anxiety is high among stadium workers, who are concerned about the threat of ICE detainment, regardless of their immigration status.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

To a pastor released after a warrantless detainment.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

The detainment of the pair sparked protests outside the detention facility where they were being held, and led to a national outcry.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

The case has been closely monitored by human rights groups including Amal Clooney's Clooney Foundation for Justice, which in October questioned the lengthy detainment, citing "repeated postponements and slow progress".

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Defense witnesses who were not imprisoned now risked detainment if they testified.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela