The Daily Inside a Trump ICE Raid
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Jun 11, 2025 
Hamed Aleaziz, a dedicated immigration policy reporter for The New York Times, dives deep into the ongoing tensions surrounding ICE raids under the Trump administration. He shares an insider's perspective on a gripping early morning raid in Miami, revealing the emotional toll on families. Aleaziz discusses the political pressures driving aggressive enforcement actions and how these efforts are often met with nationwide protests, particularly in California. The episode highlights the intricate dynamics of law enforcement and community response in a time of heightened immigration tensions.
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Trump's Firm Immigration Enforcement
- The Trump administration is committed to aggressively enforcing immigration laws across all U.S. communities, including resistant ones like Los Angeles.
- Despite public declarations, actual deportation numbers have been slower than promised, causing internal pressure at ICE.
Deportation Numbers Lag Behind Promises
- Deportation totals under Trump are lower than previous administrations, with 200,000 deportations compared to over 700,000 in recent Biden years.
- The current pace suggests falling short of the promised historic mass deportation.
Logistical Challenges Hamper Deportations
- Deportation logistics are complicated by limited detention facilities, travel documents, and uncooperative local communities.
- ICE struggles to maintain previous arrest rates due to reduced access to jails and prisons, hindering rapid deportations.