All articles tagged with #sanctuary policies
Originally Published 22 hours ago — by ICE | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)
ICE has arrested dozens of dangerous criminal illegal aliens in Minnesota, including murderers and child rapists, despite local efforts by politicians and rioters to obstruct these operations and protect offenders under sanctuary policies.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Washington Post
The Department of Homeland Security launched 'Operation Catahoula Crunch' in New Orleans to target undocumented immigrants, including those with criminal records, amid local sanctuary policies and recent legal changes, sparking protests, legal challenges, and community concerns about civil rights and law enforcement tactics.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The Department of Homeland Security launched Operation Catahoula Crunch in New Orleans to target criminal illegal aliens released due to sanctuary policies, focusing on violent offenders and emphasizing efforts to restore law and order.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
Radule Bojovic, an illegal alien from Montenegro, was working as a sworn police officer in Illinois, violating federal laws, and was arrested by ICE during Operation Midway Blitz. He had overstayed his visa by over a decade and was receiving taxpayer-funded benefits, raising concerns about sanctuary policies and law enforcement integrity in Illinois.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Huntington Beach has declared itself a non-sanctuary city, opposing California's sanctuary policies and supporting stricter immigration enforcement, in contrast to the state's broader sanctuary stance and federal threats to withhold grants from such jurisdictions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The article reports on Operation Midway Blitz launched by DHS to target criminal illegal aliens in Illinois, highlighting the release of numerous offenders due to sanctuary policies under Governor Pritzker, and emphasizing the risks posed by these policies to public safety.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WBUR
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement launched a new enforcement surge called 'Patriot 2.0' in Massachusetts, targeting illegal immigration and criticizing sanctuary policies, with local officials like Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey opposing the crackdown and emphasizing legal protections and political motives.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Washington Post
The Trump administration has initiated an ICE operation in Massachusetts shortly after suing Boston over its sanctuary policies, prompting community protests for detainee releases.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Boston Herald
A surge in ICE arrests is underway in Greater Boston, targeting illegal immigrants, including those with criminal histories, amid ongoing conflicts over sanctuary policies like Boston's Trust Act, which limits cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The operation, dubbed Patriot 2.0, involves agents from across the country and has already resulted in over 100 arrests, highlighting tensions between federal immigration enforcement and local policies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
The head of ICE threatened to increase agents in Boston after Mayor Wu refused to abandon the city's sanctuary policies, leading to tensions with the federal government which has demanded cities end such protections. Wu defends Boston's policies, emphasizing their role in fostering safety and trust among immigrant communities, and criticizes federal efforts as an attack on cities and democracy.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Illinois stands firm on its sanctuary policies despite Attorney General Pam Bondi’s threats to dismantle them and cut federal funding, with local officials defending their cooperation with federal law enforcement and courts upholding state autonomy in immigration matters.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WBUR
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu strongly opposed the Department of Justice's demands to change the city's sanctuary policies, affirming Boston's commitment to protecting immigrant residents and refusing federal pressure, while emphasizing the city's safety and legal compliance.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by KUOW
Washington state officials are defying a DOJ letter demanding they end sanctuary policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, with state leaders condemning the threats and emphasizing their commitment to local values amid potential federal funding cuts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by KOMO
U.S. Attorney General Bondi warned Washington Governor Ferguson to comply with federal immigration enforcement policies, citing sanctuary policies as obstructive. Ferguson responded by defending Washington's stance and refusing to change its laws, emphasizing the state's focus on local safety and independence from federal immigration efforts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Axios
D.C. Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed DEA Administrator Terry Cole as emergency police commissioner, granting him police powers, a move deemed unlawful by D.C. officials. This action is part of the Trump administration's broader effort to federalize D.C. law enforcement amid a declared crime emergency, which includes deploying National Guard troops and federal officers, despite legal and political disputes over authority and the impact on local policies like sanctuary laws.