ICE Orders Aggressive Arrest Push, Sparking Legal Concerns | JQJO

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials instructed officers to aggressively increase arrests, including those of undocumented individuals encountered during other arrests, termed "collaterals." Emails revealed instructions to "turn the creative knob up to 11" and "push the envelope" to boost arrest numbers, potentially circumventing warrant requirements. This policy shift, following pressure from the White House, prioritizes mass deportations and has sparked concerns from experts about legal violations and potential abuses like racial profiling. Critics argue this approach is indiscriminate and ignores previous policies that prioritized individuals with criminal backgrounds.