ICE Arrests Two at Milwaukee, Champaign County Courthouses

Recently, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted arrests in both Milwaukee and Champaign County courthouses, prompting discussions on immigration enforcement practices. In Milwaukee, ICE arrested two individuals at the courthouse complex, with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) informed in advance about one arrest but not the other. MCSO emphasized that they did not participate in the arrests and highlighted the common practice of searching databases for court hearing information. Similarly, in Champaign County, ICE, with local FBI support, arrested two individuals, including Fernando Lorenzo-Raymundo, without local law enforcement assistance, adhering to state laws prohibiting interference with ICE operations. The incidents reflect ongoing tensions around ICE's enforcement actions, especially under the Trump administration, which has seen increased arrests but fewer deportations compared to the Biden era. Despite these activities, local officials stress that ICE's actions are targeted rather than large-scale raids.