The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 287(g) program is a controversial initiative that has been quietly expanding across the country. While presented as a tool to enhance border security and combat immigration violations, a closer examination reveals a program with significant potential for abuse and a troubling connection to concerns about increased police power and, alarmingly, the possibility of a slide towards martial law....
Newark, NJ – The fight against the Geo Group’s Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark has escalated dramatically, with Mayor Ras Baraka facing arrest and sparking a wider controversy surrounding ICE operations and local government oversight. What began as a peaceful protest has quickly become a high-stakes legal battle, raising serious questions about transparency, accountability, and the impact of immigration detention on...
The quiet coastal town of Wells, Maine, is grappling with a contentious issue that’s sparking heated debate and raising serious questions about community trust and civil liberties. The Wells Police Department’s agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) – specifically, their participation in the 287(g) Task Force Model program – is at the heart of the controversy. A Contract Under Scrutiny The 287(g) program allows...
Nashville, Tennessee – The streets of Nashville are reeling after a coordinated operation involving the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) resulted in the arrest of over 100 individuals, primarily within the city’s diverse immigrant community. The operation, which began May 3rd, has ignited a firestorm of controversy, raising serious concerns about racial profiling, the potential for widespread...
Newark, NJ – The tension surrounding the opening of a new immigration detention center in Newark reached a dramatic peak this Friday, as Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested while attempting to enter the facility. The incident, involving a confrontation with Homeland Security personnel and members of Congress, highlights a growing battle over immigration policy and raises serious questions about the administration’s approach to detention...