RE: Those happen when people are at the border. Not when they
Posted on: August 10, 2025 at 20:52:47 CT
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Yes, the Trump administration has significantly expanded the use of expedited removal, a process that allows for rapid deportation of certain noncitizens without a full court hearing. This expansion, enacted in January 2025, broadens the scope of expedited removal to include individuals who cannot prove they have been in the U.S. for at least two years, regardless of where they are located within the country.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
What is expedited removal?
Expedited removal is a process where noncitizens can be deported quickly without a hearing before an immigration judge.
Trump administration's expansion:
The Trump administration expanded expedited removal to its statutory maximum in January 2025.
New scope:
The expansion includes individuals who cannot prove they have been in the U.S. for at least two years, anywhere in the United States, not just those near the border.
Legal challenges:
This expansion has faced legal challenges, with some arguing it violates due process rights.
Impact:
The expansion of expedited removal has raised concerns about its impact on due process and the potential for increased deportations.