ICE arrests nearly 200 illegal immigrants in Washington, D.C. targeting criminal alien offenders including gang members. Local businesses were served notices of inspection. Many arrests made after local jurisdictions refused to honor immigration detainers.
Key Points
ICE operation targeted criminal alien offenders including gang members
Arrests made after local jurisdictions refused to honor immigration detainers
Focused on enhancing public safety in Washington, D.C.
Pros
Enhanced public safety by targeting criminal alien offenders
Collaboration between ICE, Homeland Security, and other law enforcement agencies
Efforts to make Washington, D.C. safer for law-abiding citizens
Cons
Disruption caused in neighborhoods and businesses
Concerns raised by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser about ICE actions