The Intelligence from The Economist

Tip of the ICE work: the immigration raids that weren’t

Jul 15, 2019
John Priddo, U.S. editor for The Economist, shares insights on the anticipated immigration raids that never materialized, revealing the fear felt by immigrant communities in the U.S. Adrian Blomfield, reporting from Kenya, discusses China's disappointing infrastructure projects in Africa and the economic implications for local nations. The conversation also touches on Colombia's ayahuasca ceremonies, exploring their attraction to tourists and the challenges faced by indigenous cultures trying to preserve their traditions.
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ANECDOTE

Trump's Unfulfilled Raids

  • President Trump promised immigration raids targeting 2,000 migrants.
  • These raids were publicized but did not materialize in a significant way.
INSIGHT

Announcing Raids Is Counterproductive

  • Pre-announcing raids hinders ICE operations because migrants can avoid detection.
  • ICE lacks the authority to forcibly enter homes, relying on encountering individuals in public.
INSIGHT

Trump's Aims

  • The Trump administration aims to deter potential migrants with threats of raids.
  • They also hope to pressure Democrats into rewriting asylum laws.
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