Summary
President Donald Trump's administration has expanded the budget and size of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) force, using funds from a Republican tax and spending bill. This expansion has led to increased immigration enforcement activities across U.S. cities, sparking protests and debates over the scope and impact of these actions. The growth of ICE is part of Trump's broader immigration policy initiatives.
Key Facts
- ICE's budget and personnel have grown significantly under President Trump's administration.
- The Republican tax and spending bill helped increase funding for ICE.
- ICE now employs around 22,000 officers, making it larger than many U.S. police departments.
- Protests have erupted due to aggressive ICE enforcement tactics in cities like Minneapolis.
- The Insurrection Act is considered as a response to these protests, with military forces on standby.
- Illegal border crossings have decreased, but domestic enforcement has intensified.
- Partnerships between federal and local law enforcement agencies support ICE activities.
- President Trump's approval rating on immigration has declined since he took office.
