'Hidden tribunals:' Immigration court due process in tumult with new locations

“Immigration courts in the U.S. are facing unprecedented chaos as the Trump‑era administration’s new strategy pushes hearings into undisclosed locations, often with little to no notice for the parties involved. The shift has forced immigrants to travel to unfamiliar buildings—such as a FEMA‑occupied facility in Washington, D.C., and a vacant courthouse in Falls Church, Virginia—where judges and prosecutors are remote‑only, raising serious due‑process concerns. The resulting confusion has led to long lines, missed appointments, and a growing perception that the system is being weaponized to expedite arrests and deportations. Expert Analysis: This tactic not only undermines the legal rights of non‑citizens but also risks eroding public trust in the U.S. judicial system, potentially prompting costly litigation and policy backlash that could divert resources from broader immigration reform efforts.”