ICE Agents Spotted in New Jersey City Days After Newark Operation Rattles Community
Reports of Immigrants Raids on the Rise in Tri-State Area
Reports of immigrants raids are on the rise in parts of the tri-state following efforts by the Trump administration to focus on mass deportations upon his return to the White House.
ICE Agents Spotted in West New York Neighborhood
Days after an ICE operation at a seafood market in Newark, people in West New York said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were spotted in one neighborhood on Saturday morning.
The super of an apartment building on Harrison Place, in a largely Hispanic neighborhood, said federal agents went inside but left without seemingly taking anyone into custody. Tensions are high and many in the neighborhood are scared, the super told NBC New York.
Video Shows ICE Officers in the Neighborhood
He said the ICE officers showed up around 7:30 a.m. Video published by HudPost shows at least four federal officers wearing bullet proof vests standing next to an unmarked white van. The letters E-R-O were visible on the back of their army green vest, which stands for enforcement and removal operations.
Recent Deportations and Arrests
In recent days, the Trump administration has deported hundreds of people. On Saturday alone, 286 people nationwide were arrested by the feds, according to a count by federal officials.
Local Officials Respond
Local officials from West New York and the ICE field office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Newark Mayor Speaks Out
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said ICE arrested three undocumented workers, and detained and questioned employees who are U.S. citizens – all without a warrant.
Last Week’s Operation in Newark
Last week’s operation in Newark — which Mayor Ras Baraka has called a “raid” — went down Thursday at Ocean Seafood Depot, according to the mayor’s office. Security camera video showed ICE agents escort a man from the warehouse and put him in the back of an unmarked car parked outside.
“[ICE] agents raided a local establishment in the City of Newark, detaining undocumented residents as well as citizens, without producing a warrant,” Mayor Baraka said in a statement. “Newark will not stand by idly while people are being unlawfully terrorized.”
ICE Statement
In a statement Thursday, ICE said that agents “may encounter U.S. citizens while conducting field work and may request identification to establish an individual’s identity as was the case during a targeted enforcement operation at a worksite.”
Conclusion
The recent ICE operations in Newark and West New York have raised concerns among the community, with many feeling scared and unsure of their status. The Trump administration’s efforts to focus on mass deportations have led to a surge in reports of immigrants raids, causing tension and uncertainty for many families.
FAQs
Q: What happened during the ICE operation in Newark?
A: According to Mayor Ras Baraka, ICE agents arrested three undocumented workers and detained and questioned employees who are U.S. citizens – all without a warrant.
Q: What happened during the ICE operation in West New York?
A: ICE agents were spotted in a neighborhood on Saturday morning, but it is unclear if anyone was taken into custody.
Q: How many people were arrested by ICE on Saturday?
A: According to federal officials, 286 people were arrested nationwide on Saturday.
Q: What is the Trump administration’s stance on mass deportations?
A: The Trump administration has made efforts to focus on mass deportations, with the goal of removing undocumented immigrants from the country.
