Immigration Enforcement Tactics - ProPublica's reporting reveals a significant increase in ICE agents breaking vehicle windows, with nearly 50 documented instances, compared to only eight in the previous decade, indicating a broader escalation of violence during arrests [1] - ICE agents are reportedly using tactics such as breaking windows and forcibly removing individuals from vehicles, even when the individuals are not resisting and may have no significant criminal record [7][8][13] - There are reports of ICE agents using force in front of children and pregnant spouses, raising concerns about the appropriateness of the tactics employed [7][8][13] Government Response and Justification - The White House defends ICE's actions, stating that agents are "heroically getting these violent illegal aliens off American streets with the utmost professionalism" [5] - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claimed that a woman arrested after her car window was smashed was an affiliate of the violent gang MS-13, but reporters could not find evidence to support this claim [14][15] - ICE and the administration maintain that the use of force falls within the bounds of what is reasonable [8] Concerns and Criticisms - Use of force experts and former ICE insiders say that the tactic of smashing windows was rarely used during previous administrations, suggesting a change in approach [2] - There are concerns that ICE officers are not being punished or questioned for their use of force, and may even be celebrated or promoted [10][11] - The ACLU argues that ICE is trying to inflate their numbers by targeting individuals who are not serious criminals or gang members [16][17]

Immigration Policy - Some voters feel President Trump's deportation plan is moving too slowly [2][3] - Others believe he has kept his promise regarding border control, even if deportation numbers haven't surpassed Obama's [4] - There's frustration over the lack of progress on H-1B visas and green cards, despite promises made during the campaign [5][6] - Some believe the administration isn't doing enough to address the issues faced by immigrants trying to obtain green cards legally [7] Foreign Policy - There are differing opinions on President Trump's approach to foreign policy, particularly regarding the war in Ukraine [9] - Some disagree with the claim that Trump solved the issue between Iran and Israel [10] - The US's actions regarding Iran, specifically not preventing Israel's attack, are seen as hypocritical by some [11] - There are concerns about the potential consequences of military action against Iran and a preference for diplomatic solutions [12][14] - Some believe the US should do more to support the Palestinians, particularly by providing aid and medical equipment [15][16] Economic Outlook - There's a general optimism about the economic future, although concerns remain about the housing bubble [22] - Some voters feel that President Trump's influence on departments impacts their economic future [25] - There are mixed views on whether President Trump's actions are helping or hurting efforts to achieve financial goals, with some pointing to the Federal Reserve's role in setting interest rates [24][25] - There's a call for President Trump to do a better job at cutting down the deficit [28]

Well, right now the country is nearing a potential inflection point as ICE raids to deport undocumented migrants and protest efforts to disrupt them both escalate nationwide. Earlier this week, the federal government rolled out a new recruiting effort. They're offering $50,000 signing bonuses, student loan forgiveness, and enhanced retirement benefits as they try to entice 10,000 new agents to join ISIS ranks.Their mission, according to the DHS press release, is to target the worst of the worst. But recent ...

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Immigration Policy & Public Opinion - A Wall Street Journal poll indicates that 62% of Americans still support the president's deportation efforts, while a majority (58%) oppose deportation without due process [1] - Public backlash is growing against the administration's immigration policies, potentially impacting the president's approval ratings on immigration [22][23] - The Trump administration is described as victims of their own success, facing pressure to maintain high deportation numbers despite a quieter border situation [27] Community & Digital Resistance - Community organizations, volunteers, and app developers are actively working to counter what they perceive as unnecessary actions by ICE and border patrol [1][2] - A "digital resistance" is forming, with groups using online platforms to monitor ICE activity and provide support to affected communities [3][10] - Organizations like People Over Papers have over 13 million users and rely on volunteers to track and report suspected ICE sightings [10] Impact on Families & Individuals - Approximately 47 million (4.7%) children who are US citizens have at least one undocumented parent [6] - Families are being separated due to deportation, leading to emotional distress and instability, particularly for children [30] - Individuals are increasingly afraid to participate in community activities due to fear of deportation [34] Government Response & Legal Considerations - The Department of Justice has been called upon to investigate apps that allegedly help illegal aliens evade capture, citing concerns for law enforcement safety [12] - The White House claims an 830% increase in assaults on ICE officers and condemns apps that encourage the doxing of agents [16] - Concerns are raised about the legality and constitutionality of actions taken by ICE, with volunteers asserting their rights to monitor and document ICE activity [13][14] Sustainability & Long-Term Implications - The sustainability of volunteer-led resistance efforts is questioned, with some organizations relying on personal funds and calling for government support [17][18] - The governor of Massachusetts is urged to make virtual court hearings more accessible to prevent individuals from being apprehended at courthouses [19] - The administration's focus on deporting a broader range of individuals, beyond just criminals, is causing unrest and a sense of vigilanteism in some communities [31][35]

Overview - A record 125 foreign-born U S citizens are billionaires living in the United States [1] - These billionaires come from 41 countries [1] Wealth & Immigration - These individuals became rich in America [1]

One of my favorite things to watch on YouTube these days are the court hearings where illegals are in court and ICE shows up to drag them out of court and deport them. I can think of nothing more American today than keeping our our streets safer by getting those violent criminals out of the United States of America. And we all have Donald J.Trump to thank for it. >> Hi again everybody. It's 5:00 in the East.An unbelievable comment, an unbelievable thing to think, let alone say out loud on television. An unb ...

This is one of the many hallways in lower Manhattan where mass immigration agents have been apprehending people outside of their routine immigration court check-ins. It's been happening almost every single day for the better part of the last 2 months. And we came here to witness it for ourselves.As of mid June, ICE was detaining nearly 60,000 people. That's almost 45% above the capacity that was funded by Congress. And according to recent reporting from the New York outlet, the city inside this building, 26 ...

I can't let myself be part of that. I don't want to be identified anymore. Is there anything at all you're doing to prepare.I already have plans to change my appearance significantly in December and then I'm leaving the United States. brother, I am fully engaged in relocating and immigrating with my family, finding one of those safe havens around the around the world where we can just plug in and become part of a community, become part of a globe, uh, understand and raise my children as global citizens who ...

Industry Focus - Private prison companies are capitalizing on Trump's immigration crackdown [1] - The industry involves billion-dollar private prison companies [1]