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Long queues form at Miami immigration court after shift back to in-person hearings
Long lines formed outside the Miami immigration courthouse Tuesday after federal hearings moved from virtual sessions back to in-person appearances, contributing to extended waits. Video showed a queue wrapping around the building as people, including families with chldren, waited from early morning; one man who traveled from Orlando said he waited at least 45 minutes after waking at 3 a.m. An immigration attorney with decades of experience said the backlog is unprecedented and warned that missing scheduled hearing times can expose respondents to deportation if they do not reach the courtroom on time. Court staff have resumed in-person processing; affected respondents are advised to consult with their attorneys about their cases and the prospects for remaining in the United States.
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