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May 14, 2026
When ‘suicide’ becomes a repeated explanation By Felicia J. Persaud
	According to data from the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse, immigration courts are carrying a backlog of more than 3 million cases. Many detainees face prolonged uncertainty as they wait for hearings and decisions that will determine their future. In that context, detention can become more than temporary custody. It can become a state of limbo. External Link
	Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse, Syracuse University Copyright 2026