The Daily Inside Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Sep 14, 2020
Christina Clusiau, a filmmaker known for her work on the documentary series "Immigration Nation," dives deep into the behind-the-scenes of ICE operations during the Trump administration. She discusses the rare access granted to them, revealing the emotional toll immigration policies had on both agents and communities. Clusiau highlights conflicts with the Trump administration regarding the film's release, and the ethical dilemmas faced by enforcement officers caught between duty and personal beliefs, making for a gripping exploration of immigration struggles.
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Access Granted to Filmmakers
- Filmmakers Christina Clusiau and Shaul Schwarz gained rare access to ICE.
- This access was granted after Trump's election, due to ICE's interest in showcasing its work under the new hardline immigration agenda.
ICE's Openness to Documentation
- ICE was more open to documentation during the Trump administration when under scrutiny than during the Obama administration's relatively calmer period.
- This openness stemmed from a desire to share their perspective amidst increasing criticism and policy changes.
Shift in Arrest Priorities
- ICE agents were instructed to increase arrests, including "collaterals" (undocumented individuals not initially targeted).
- This reflects a shift towards a culture of prioritizing arrest numbers over specific targets.