Immigration Enforcement & Policy - DHS agents arrested nine undocumented men in a raid in lower Manhattan [1] - New York Attorney General launched an online portal for people to share photos and videos of immigration enforcement [2] - Concerns raised about escalation of immigration raids in New York City, potentially mirroring tactics used in other cities [3][4][5] - Rapid response teams, recording of enforcement activities, and soft lockdown protocols in schools suggested as potential responses [5][6] - Call for renewed efforts to inform constituents of their rights and provide access to legal services [7][8] Government Actions & Criticisms - Criticism of ICE agents' tactics, comparing them to characteristics of a dictatorship [8][9][10] - Concerns raised about the Trump administration's priorities, including funding for ICE versus support for the military and healthcare [11][12] - Criticism of the government shutdown and its impact on citizens' access to Medicaid and healthcare [13][15] - Discussion about restructuring or reforming ICE due to concerns about its tactics and militarization [19][20] Political Commentary - Speculation about Trump seeking a third term [10] - Criticism of Congress for not being in session and addressing healthcare concerns [14][16][17]
'This is urban warfare': NY Congressman on Trump admin's New York City ICE raids
MSNBC·2025-10-26 17:15