ICE Arrests Over 460 Illegal Immigrants in Early Days of Trump Administration

In the initial 33 hours following President Donald Trump’s inauguration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more than 460 illegal immigrants nationwide. These individuals have criminal histories including sexual assault, robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, drug and weapons offenses, resisting arrest, and domestic violence.

The arrests occurred across various states, including Illinois, Utah, California, Minnesota, New York, Florida, and Maryland. Detainees originated from countries such as Afghanistan, Angola, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Senegal, and Venezuela.

In addition to these arrests, ICE issued over 420 detainers—requests for local law enforcement to notify ICE upon an individual’s release from custody. These detainers pertain to individuals arrested for crimes including homicide, sexual assault, kidnapping, battery, and robbery.

This operation aligns with President Trump’s campaign promise to prioritize the removal of illegal immigrants with criminal records. Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller stated, “President Trump is restoring law and sovereignty to our nation.”

Among those arrested was Luis Lopez-Martinez, an illegal immigrant from Guatemala, apprehended in Alabama for allegedly molesting a child under 12. Upon arrest, Lopez-Martinez reportedly told deputies, “It is what it is.” He is currently held on a $2 million bail, with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement placing a detainer on him pending deportation proceedings.

In Boston, ICE arrested multiple violent offenders, including a Haitian gang member with a lengthy criminal history. These arrests are part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to deport illegal migrants with criminal records. Border Czar Tom Homan indicated that collateral arrests would be common in sanctuary cities, stating that ICE will not leave other illegal immigrants behind.

These actions mark a significant shift from previous policies, reflecting the administration’s commitment to stringent immigration enforcement and public safety.

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