Federal Raid in Chinatown Spurs Arrests, Backlash

A federal raid on Canal Street in NYC’s Chinatown led to the arrest of nine West African migrants accused of selling counterfeit goods, and four protesters, officials said. DHS described violent obstruction, noting one arrest for assault on a federal officer. ICE said detained protesters have criminal histories. An advocacy group claimed many more vendors were arrested. City Hall said it did not cooperate and opposes targeting undocumented New Yorkers. A mayoral candidate denounced the raid as aggressive and reckless.

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