ICE Raids Spread Fear, Disrupt Agriculture, Businesses Across US

President Donald Trump's administration has intensified immigration enforcement raids across various sectors and communities, sparking widespread fear and disruption. Agricultural workers and farm owners are alarmed by increased ICE raids on farms, with some workers still attending jobs out of necessity despite fears of deportation, prompting Trump to promise an order to protect the farm and hotel industries reliant on migrant labor. In Los Angeles, ICE sweeps have created a climate of anxiety affecting schools and community life, with parents and educators implementing safety measures to shield students and families from potential raids. Immigrant communities in New York City, including Queens and Brooklyn's Sunset Park, report heightened fear impacting daily activities and local businesses, with many undocumented residents avoiding public places to reduce risk of detention. Despite fears, some illicit street vendors in Queens continue operating cautiously amid the ramped-up enforcement, illustrating the complex realities faced by immigrant populations under the crackdown. The overall effect of these policies is a profound reshaping of immigrant communities’ daily lives, economic stability, and social environments across the country.