ICE Shock Gloves, DACA Travel Ban & TPS Cuts: News Today
The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that DACA recipients who travel abroad with advance parole may face a three to ten year bar from returning to the US. At the same time, ICE is moving to arm agents with electric shock gloves that a government manual warns could cause sudden death. And TPS has now ended for roughly one million people who once relied on it.
ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on electrical shock gloves called the "G.L.O.V.E." A manual obtained by 404 Media warns the device may cause "sudden death." New York City officials have already spoken out against the plan, and the chief prosecutor in Fairfax County, Virginia, is reviewing footage that shows an ICE agent pointing a gun at a woman during a parking lot encounter.
DACA and advance parole: a new legal risk
The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that DACA recipients — people brought to the US as children who have temporary protection from deportation — who travel abroad using advance parole (a travel document that lets them leave and re-enter legally) could be barred from returning to the US for three to ten years. This is a major shift. Many DACA holders have used advance parole for family emergencies or work trips, believing it was safe. If you are a DACA recipient and are considering any international travel, do not leave the US before speaking with an immigration attorney.
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TPS cuts leave nearly 1 million people in limbo
The Trump administration has ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) — a program that lets people from certain countries stay in the US legally when it is unsafe to return — for roughly one million of the estimated 1.3 million people who once held it, according to Pew Research Center. Separately, new visa policies have caused a drop of 111,000 international students in Fall 2026, costing the US economy an estimated $3.4 billion and 40,000 jobs, according to a study by NAFSA. And a third immigrant detained at Delaney Hall in New Jersey, Guatemalan national Jose Chajon-Raxon, died after a medical emergency, according to a DHS statement.
What to do
- If you are a DACA recipient, do not travel outside the US right now. The Board of Immigration Appeals ruling means advance parole travel may trigger a 3–10 year bar from re-entry. Consult an immigration attorney before making any travel plans.
- If your TPS was terminated, ask an immigration lawyer whether you qualify for another form of protection — such as asylum or a green card — before your status fully expires.
- If you witness or experience an ICE encounter you believe was unlawful, document everything: date, location, names if visible, and what was said. You have the right to remain silent and the right to speak with an attorney.
- If a family member is detained and you are concerned about their medical care, contact the detention facility directly and reach out to a local immigration legal aid organization immediately.
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The Board of Immigration Appeals ruling on DACA advance parole is a serious red flag — any DACA holder who has traveled abroad or is considering it should get a legal review of their specific travel history before taking any further steps. TPS holders whose status was terminated should not assume they have no options: depending on your country of origin and family ties, you may be eligible to apply for asylum or adjustment of status (a green card from inside the US). Do not wait for a notice to arrive in the mail — consult an immigration attorney now to understand your deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still travel outside the US if I have DACA?
The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that DACA recipients who use advance parole to travel abroad could be barred from re-entering the US for three to ten years. This is a new and serious legal risk. Do not travel internationally until you have spoken with an immigration attorney about your specific situation.
My TPS was canceled. What are my options?
Losing TPS does not automatically mean you must leave the US. Depending on your situation, you may qualify for asylum, a family-based green card, or another form of protection. An immigration attorney can review your case and tell you what options exist before your status fully expires.
What are my rights if ICE stops or arrests me?
You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status or where you were born. You have the right to speak with an attorney. Do not sign any documents without legal advice. If you are detained, you or a family member should contact an immigration lawyer or legal aid organization right away.
What is advance parole and why does it matter for DACA holders?
Advance parole is a travel document that allows certain immigrants — including some DACA recipients — to leave the US and return legally. Many DACA holders used it for family visits or work. The new court ruling means that past or future advance parole travel may now be used to bar re-entry for three to ten years. If you have traveled on advance parole before, tell your attorney.