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Two New Detention Challenges in Kentucky | Lexington News
Two fresh legal battles are unfolding in Kentucky’s Eastern District, challenging the legality and duration of immigration detentions at the Kenton County Detention Center. With 180 habeas petitions filed this year alone, recent cases—Lemus Hernandez v. Maydak and Wu v. Mullin—are spotlighting systemic concerns over prolonged custody. These lawsuits demand federal judicial review to determine if detentions remain lawful or excessive, now assigned to Judges Bunning and Meredith respectively. The fight continues as advocates push for accountability within the immigration enforcement system…
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