Rhode Island Court Intern Detained by ICE, Judge Intervenes
Providence, RI – A high school student interning with the Rhode Island Superior Court was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on Thursday, November 20th, prompting direct intervention from a judge at the courthouse, according to reports from CNN and WPRI 12.
The incident unfolded in Providence after the intern noticed an individual photographing him within the courtroom. Court staff, adhering to established courthouse policies prohibiting photography, requested the individual cease the activity.The person then reportedly identified themselves as an ICE agent.
Details surrounding the detention remain limited, but the judge’s intervention underscores the seriousness of the situation and raises questions regarding ICE’s protocols within judicial spaces. Further investigation is underway to determine the justification for the detention and the extent of ICE’s authority in this instance. The incident has sparked concern among court personnel and advocates regarding the potential chilling effect on individuals participating in civic engagement opportunities like internships.
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