Gone in 90 seconds: an ‘invisibilized’ ICE is arresting more people than ever
Summary
U.S. immigration agents from ICE are arresting more people than ever before, but now they do it quietly, without large raids or big displays. The agency, overseen by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has grown its workforce and works closely with local police, leading to fast and often unseen detentions.Key Facts
- ICE raids used to involve armored vehicles and large public operations but are now more low-key and fast.
- Arrests happen quickly, sometimes in about 90 seconds, often catching people off guard in everyday places like streets, parks, and gas stations.
- Some arrests have been violent, including an ICE shooting in Texas and a fatal car crash during a pursuit in Michigan.
- DHS will not disclose details about ICE’s tactics but focuses on stopping people from flying within the U.S. without permission.
- Congress provided $75 billion in funding, allowing DHS to increase ICE’s workforce to over 22,000.
- ICE has formed over 2,500 partnerships with local police and other agencies to help find and arrest immigrants.
- Despite efforts to be less visible, ICE is detaining more immigrants than before.
- ICE agents sometimes arrest people at airports, schools, and even when they are with their children.
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