Immigration Enforcement in Nashville, Tennessee

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
ICE agents arrested almost 200 criminal illegal aliens in Nashville, including an MS-13 gang member wanted for murder, thanks to 287(g) agreements with local law enforcement. DHS criticized Nashville Mayor for supporting sanctuary city policies.

Key Points

  • 196 illegal aliens arrested, including convicted criminals and those with pending charges
  • 31 of the arrested had been previously deported
  • Criticism of Nashville Mayor for supporting sanctuary city policies by DHS
  • Increase in number of police departments with 287(g) agreements with ICE

Pros

  • Removal of violent criminal illegal aliens from American communities
  • Support for victims and ICE agents ensuring public safety

Cons

  • Criticism of sanctuary city policies by DHS
  • Potential controversy around deportation and immigration enforcement