Federal law enforcement and ICE agents have arrested hundreds of undocumented migrants wanted for outstanding crimes in sanctuary cities, including two from New York City.
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Fox News aired video of a raid that happened in Boston. There were similar scenes in Denver, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Seattle, Miami, and Washington, DC. Ahead of these arrests, a Justice Department memo threatened criminal charges against state and local officials who don't cooperate with federal immigration agents.It follows anAttorney General Letitia James said Thursday that the Trump administration cannot force local law enforcement to assist them in detaining and deporting immigrants.
She said many of the immigration orders - which she called "the noise that is coming from Washington" -- are constitutional violations."We are willing to work with the Office of President Trump," but will protect "the rights of vulnerable or marginalized populations, including, but not limited to the immigrant communities."Mayor Eric Adams addressed those concerns from community members"Children should go to school.
Adams' office says any federal immigration enforcement should be focused on the small number of people committing violent crimes., requiring federal authorities to detain undocumented immigrants not just for felony crimes but also minor offenses.
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