Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is a US federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws within the United States. Recent news focuses on ICE activity in Minneapolis, where the detention of a 5-year-old boy and his father sparked national outcry and legal action, ultimately leading to their release. These events coincided with protests against ICE's actions, including the reported killings of two individuals by federal agents, leading to further unrest and legal challenges from the state of Minnesota. The Chicago mayor has ordered police to investigate alleged illegal ICE activity in the city. A French IT company is selling its US subsidiary due to pressure over its ICE contract. Journalists have been arrested covering anti-ICE protests. These events highlight the ongoing controversy surrounding ICE's enforcement tactics and the broader debate over immigration policy, raising questions about the agency's accountability and the impact of its operations on communities.