Idaho Rural Raid Highlights Immigration Enforcement's Reach and Local Fear
Federal agents raided Wilder’s La Catedral racetrack on Oct. 19, detaining hundreds; 75 people have since been deported and 105 were held on immigration charges, underscoring a broad immigration crackdown that unsettles a small town that relies on Latino labor. Residents report fear and disruption to harvest season, while officials offer mixed assessments of long-term impact and potential civil-rights challenges.