ICE, West Virginia Police Arrest 60 Undocumented Immigrants Over Month

Since September 22, 2025, West Virginia State Police have partnered with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the 287(g) program to arrest 60 illegal immigrants across the state. Governor Patrick Morrisey emphasized his administration's commitment to aggressively combat illegal immigration, with support from President Donald Trump, stating that those caught breaking the law or smuggling drugs will face arrest and prosecution. Recent operations included traffic checkpoints during Bridge Day on I-77 and US Route 19, resulting in 18 arrests in one weekend alone. Additional arrests were made on the West Virginia Turnpike earlier in October. Law enforcement officials, including ICE and the West Virginia Public Service Commission, continue to collaborate despite a federal funding lapse to enforce immigration laws and protect residents. The efforts have been praised by state police leadership as essential to upholding legal immigration enforcement.