Summary
President Trump's administration is using local police officers to help the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with deportation goals. Over 1,100 agreements have been made this year for local law enforcement to assist in immigration arrests and detentions. This expansion, driven by financial incentives and state laws, aims to increase ICE's capacity amid hiring challenges.
Key Facts
- ICE has over 1,100 agreements with local law enforcement for immigration work.
- Almost 650 counties participate in the 287(g) program, a partnership between ICE and local police.
- Participating local officers can receive financial rewards, including full salary reimbursement and bonuses.
- The program was expanded under President Trump after being reduced by the Obama administration.
- ICE faces challenges hiring new agents and uses local police to fill the gap.
- Florida has the most agreements (337), followed by Texas (231).
- Some communities oppose these agreements, citing concerns about racial profiling and local law enforcement's role in federal immigration enforcement.
