What This Means in Practice

The government has already sent approximately 25,000 people to more than 35 countries under secret agreements — including Rwanda, South Sudan, Burundi, and Equatorial Guinea. Individuals receive written notice of their destination but officers are not required to ask about fears of persecution. Removal can proceed in as little as 24 hours. Documented cases show deportees imprisoned in countries they had never heard of, and in some cases sent onward to the very countries they originally fled.

A February 2025 directive also allows re-detention of people who previously won legal protection in U.S. courts — making prior victories no longer a guarantee.

What You Need to Do Now

If you have an open case in immigration court, it needs to be actively defended — not left sitting. If you already have a final order of removal, there may still be motions available to protect you: a motion to reopen, a stay of removal, a claim under the Convention Against Torture. These options have strict deadlines and they close fast.

The legal fight is not over — but enforcement is happening right now. The people who are protected are the ones who have representation and are not waiting to see what happens next.

At Taghavi Immigration Law, we handle removal defense, stays of removal, and protection claims at every stage. If you are worried about what this ruling means for you or your family — contact us today. Do not wait.