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Activist Judge Orders Release of Illegal Alien Convicted for Hijacking an Aircraft

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A federal court has ordered the release of an individual convicted of aircraft hijacking who is in immigration custody. The ruling appears to challenge the government's detention authority in this case. Court decisions on detention and removal can affect how immigration enforcement proceeds. This case may influence future detention policies for individuals with criminal convictions.
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