Federal Judge Blasts Trump's Deportation Policy

"Magana Ortiz, 43, entered the United States 28 years ago at age 15..."

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“We are compelled to deny Mr. Magana Ortiz’s request,” he wrote, adding “because we do not have the authority to grant it. We are not, however, compelled to find the government’s action in this case fair or just.”

They could you know, strike down the relevant part of INA on 8th amendment grounds, but it's simpler for them to just take the McCain stance "I am deeply concerned but will do absolutely nothing". Could also force a remand to BIA considering the guy had 3 US born kids meaning he qualifies for COR. Instead the judge in question is so inept it hurts to watch.