Immigration advocates and experts met in Sacramento to discuss the current state of immigration, focusing on changes at the Sacramento courthouse and sharing personal stories about how policy changes have shaped their lives.

Elizabeth Young, a former immigration judge with decades of experience, highlighted a significant shift that became apparent on Jan. 20.

"I've worked through multiple administrations, as had so many of the judges that I've worked with, and never before has anybody been fired," Young said.

She noted that more than 100 immigration judges have been removed under the Trump administration.

While acknowledging that firings have occurred before, Young explained that, previously, there was a lengthy process that allowed individuals to address concerns and receive notice.

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