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Immigration courts should be about fairness — not fast-tracking deportations.

But this Administration is reshaping the system to detain more people, rush cases, and push families out of the country with little chance to defend themselves.

We’re watching. We’re organizing.

We’re ramping up court watching efforts in 2026 and need you with us to fight back. 

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When judges abuse their power, the public pays the price. ⚖️👀

Judge Enrique Monguia was just publicly admonished for threatening to shoot people in his courtroom and making degrading remarks about community members. This isn’t an isolated incident—it’s part of a pattern that undermines trust and harms people who appear before him.

And yet, a public admonishment doesn’t mean removal. Judge Monguia isn’t up for reelection until 2029. Until then, he remains on the bench.

That’s why tools like Rate My Judge matter. Community members have already left negative reviews, showing how the public can shine a light when the system falls short.

👉 Do you think there needs to be more accountability?

🚨 Immigration judges are being fired while DHS sidesteps court protections through expedited removal. 

At the same time, immigrants — including children — are forced to face judges without lawyers, and ICE agents lurk in court hallways ready to detain people outside their hearings.

That’s why court watching is critical. 👀 

Court watchers make sure due process is followed and provide solidarity

We need YOU in the courtroom with us. 💪🏽

Sign up for our next Court Watch training today: 📲 courtwatchla.org/