Operation Safe Community tops 1,200 arrests in SE; detention contracts bypass local law; Latino businesses feel the toll; Houston protests lag.
Category: Immigration
Immigration enforcement, detention, court rulings and the communities affected by shifting federal policy.
Crime & Justice Aug 21, 2026Newark ICE Death, Santa Fe Raids, and an Oversight ‘Collapse’
A 41-year-old dies at Delaney Hall; Santa Fe reels after raids; POGO flags ‘Superior’ ratings; FIU students fight a silent-protest crackdown.
Crime & Justice Aug 20, 2026ICE Grievance System Collapses as Detention Deaths Reach 53
The ICE detainee grievance system has all but collapsed as deaths hit 53. A judge held an ICE official in contempt; Colorado sues GEO over TB records.
Crime & Justice Aug 19, 2026Minnesota Sues Texas Over ICE Agent Accused in Shooting
Minnesota sues Texas to force extradition of an ICE agent charged in a shooting — plus new cracks in detention oversight.
Crime & Justice Aug 18, 2026ICE Pitches Police Liability Shield as Third N.J. Detainee Dies
ICE moves to subsidize officer liability insurance, a third detainee dies in N.J., California blocks inspections, and more.
Immigration Aug 17, 2026ICE Agents Tracked a New York Critic Over Email; DHS Defends It
ICE agents tracked a New York critic over email; DHS defends it in court. Also: Utah arrests quadruple; LA teachers patrol; Portland marches.
Immigration Aug 16, 2026ICE Raids Spark Fear, Protests Across US
ICE activity reported in NYC, Arizona, and Nebraska, sparking fear and protests.
Immigration Aug 15, 2026Appeals Court Rules ICE Detention Without Bond Hearings Unlawful
Appeals court rules no-bond ICE detention unlawful; Mississippi ICE jail passes worst-ever inspection; DHS eyes 1,500-bed Seattle facility.