ICE Launches Major Enforcement Operation Across Sanctuary Cities

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is preparing for a significant enforcement operation targeting undocumented immigrants starting January 21, just after President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. The operation is expected to focus on sanctuary cities, including Chicago and New York, where local authorities have limited cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Tom Homan, appointed as the new border czar, indicated that the initiative aims to remove individuals with removal orders and will not exempt anyone in the U.S. illegally. Reports suggest that ICE has paused arrests in anticipation of this operation, allowing for the detention of a larger number of undocumented immigrants. The incoming administration plans to undo Biden-era policies restricting ICE's enforcement priorities, potentially leading to widespread arrests across the country. The operation aligns with Trump's promise to initiate the largest deportation effort in U.S. history, targeting both serious criminals and unauthorized immigrants without criminal histories.