Immigration officials are requesting landlords provide sensitive tenant information, such as leases, rental applications, and identification documents, as part of a broader deportation strategy by the Trump administration. Legal professionals have noted that these requests, including subpoenas lacking a judge's signature, raise significant legal concerns, particularly regarding compliance with the Fair Housing Act. The unclear scope of these requests might intimidate landlords, compelling them to submit information that could be deemed unlawful or discriminatory against tenants.
Immigration authorities are demanding that landlords provide leases, rental applications, and personal identification of tenants, revealing a strategy to enlist their help in deportations.
Real estate attorneys express concern about legal risks for landlords, pointing out that such information requests lack judicial approval and may conflict with the Fair Housing Act.
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