A federal judge has issued a scathing permanent injunction against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over inhumane and unconstitutional conditions at a New York City detention center. U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan found that ICE repeatedly ignored previous court orders and misled the court about its compliance. The judge stated that the conditions at 26 Federal Plaza subjected detainees to inhumane and unconstitutional treatment. This involved overcrowding holding rooms, depriving individuals of sleep, sanitary conditions, and adequate care. Holding rooms meant for short-term stays were used for excessively long periods, leading to degrading circumstances. Detainees also faced severe restrictions in accessing legal counsel and making private phone calls. The court's injunction mandates specific standards for space, temperature, sanitation, and nutrition. It also requires licensed medical professionals to be on-site and allows for confidential legal calls. This ruling reflects ongoing conflicts between the courts and the Trump administration's expanded immigration enforcement policies. The administration's mandatory detention policy faces significant legal challenges from judges who deem it illegal or unconstitutional.