Overview

• U.S. District Judge LaShonda A. Hunt issued a temporary restraining order Thursday requiring the immediate removal of the 8‑foot fence at ICE’s Broadview processing site.
• The opinion found the fence was erected on municipal land without authorization and created public‑safety risks by restricting first‑responder access.
• The court cited gates measuring 16 feet wide where a 20‑foot clearance is required under the International Fire Code and noted an ambulance delay when agents lacked padlock codes.
• As of late Friday morning, the fence remained in place while protests continued with some scuffles and fewer arrests than in prior confrontations.
• Government attorneys argued the barrier was needed due to recurring clashes and vehicle damage, while separate court orders this week curtailed tactics against journalists and peaceful protesters and paused National Guard use.