Wisconsin Supreme Court Pauses Immigration Detainer Case | Milwaukee News

Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Wisconsin’s top court has paused a major legal showdown over whether sheriffs can legally hold immigrants past their release date at the request of ICE — sending the case to federal court first. The ACLU argues these detainers are unlawful, while sheriffs insist they’re necessary for federal cooperation. Though the pause doesn’t stop detainers from being used, it delays a crucial state-level battle that could reshape how local jails handle immigration enforcement — and whether they’re legally allowed to do it at all. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…