

Inside ICE’s Aggressive Approach to Arresting Migrants
102 snips Jun 10, 2025
Michelle Hackman, an immigration policy reporter for the Wall Street Journal, dives into the aggressive tactics employed by ICE under the Trump administration. She discusses how these strategies, including deportation raids in Los Angeles, have sparked major protests. Hackman reveals the emotional toll on immigrant families and how intimidation tactics have created an atmosphere of fear, despite little change in arrest numbers. The public's shifting opinions on these controversial policies are also highlighted, showcasing a growing backlash against mass deportation efforts.
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ICE Workplace Raids Spark Protests
- ICE conducted raids at workplaces like a garment factory and Home Depot parking lots in L.A., targeting undocumented day laborers.
- These raids escalated tensions and led to larger, more aggressive protests involving pepper spray and flashbangs.
Pressure Drives Aggressive ICE Targets
- Trump pressured ICE to increase daily arrest quotas, rising from 1,200 to 3,000 arrests per day.
- Stephen Miller aggressively pushed ICE leadership to meet quotas by arresting undocumented immigrants wherever found.
Aggressive ICE Tactics in Public Spaces
- ICE arrested migrants immediately after court hearings and raided public places like restaurants without showing warrants.
- Agents used militaristic gear and aggressive tactics such as smashing car windows during arrests.