ICE Raids Hispanic, Asian Restaurants in Orlando, Columbus, Montgomery County

Recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids have targeted Hispanic and Asian restaurants across multiple U.S. states, sparking fear and trauma in immigrant communities. In Orlando, officials and advocates claim ICE agents have been specifically targeting Hispanic restaurants, causing significant business losses and widespread fear among workers who feel unsafe renewing their immigration status. In Columbus, Ohio, the Asian restaurant Hiro Ramen & Tea reported an ICE raid in their parking lot, where three staff members were arrested without a warrant, contradicting rumors that the restaurant called ICE on its employees. The raid on Hiro Ramen & Tea is part of a series of similar actions against Asian restaurants in the area over the past month. Meanwhile, in West Norriton, Pennsylvania, a large community vigil was held after an ICE raid at the Farmers Market resulted in at least 14 arrests, highlighting the trauma and fear experienced by local Hispanic residents. These incidents underscore growing tension and fear within immigrant communities nationwide due to aggressive ICE enforcement at workplaces and public spaces.