Summary
President Donald Trump's administration has started a new immigration enforcement operation called "Operation Catahoula Crunch" in New Orleans, Louisiana. The operation targets cities with sanctuary policies, where local authorities do not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. Louisiana's Governor Jeff Landry has requested National Guard support, despite local criticism.
Key Facts
- President Trump's administration launched "Operation Catahoula Crunch" in New Orleans targeting sanctuary cities.
- The operation focuses on undocumented individuals with criminal convictions who have been released.
- Sanctuary policies refer to local rules that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
- New Orleans is included in a list of sanctuary cities, but local officials dispute this claim.
- About 250 federal agents are expected in Louisiana as part of the operation, dubbed "Swamp Sweep."
- The initiative aims to arrest 5,000 individuals across the state.
- Governor Jeff Landry has asked for 1,000 National Guard members to be deployed to New Orleans.
- Local officials, including Congress member Troy Carter, criticize the operation, labeling it a political tactic.
