ICE raids in New York spark controversy and fear
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted raids in New York on Tuesday in search of undocumented immigrants. The operation was supported by the local police, according to NBC. The actions of Donald Trump's administration are causing significant controversy.
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) organized raids in New York on Tuesday, focusing on undocumented immigrants. NBC reports that the local police supported the operation.
These raids are part of Donald Trump's administration's strategy to increase the number of deportations and make them highly visible, which is why the authorities are focusing on large cities.
Increased ICE operations in the USA
The Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, was present when at least one person was arrested in the Highbridge neighborhood of the Bronx. According to the Furman Center at New York University, the rate of serious crime in Highbridge exceeds the citywide average.
Although city and state laws prohibit police from engaging in immigration law enforcement, New York officers were part of the Department of Homeland Security (HSI) task force investigating violations of federal criminal law.
The person arrested was wanted for serious crimes such as kidnapping, assault, and burglary.
As I have repeatedly said, we will not hesitate to partner with federal authorities to bring violent criminals to justice — just as we have done for years. Our commitment to protecting our city’s law-abiding residents, both citizens and immigrants, remains unwavering — emphasized New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Controversies surrounding Trump administration actions
NBC reports that, according to the latest data from the Trump administration, about half of the people arrested by ICE have no criminal background. The President of the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), Murad Awawdeh, criticized these actions as a “publicity blitz.” He published pictures and videos showing Kristi Noem wearing a bulletproof vest and leading the operation in the Bronx.
Awawdeh argued: “No matter how the Trump administration spins this enforcement, it is not about public safety — it is about instilling fear in our immigrant communities.”
Recall: Donald Trump announced that he intends to conduct mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. According to the "Wall Street Journal," Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to involve 100 to 200 officers in these actions.
