Immigration Crackdown in Nashville
Conservative restaurateur Steve Smith's Nashville restaurants faced panic as employees without legal citizenship status were instructed to leave to avoid ICE arrests, highlighting the reliance on unauthorized immigrant labor. Immigration roundups in South Nashville led to over 196 arrests, with a majority having no criminal history, contradicting claims of targeting violent criminals. Trump and DHS nominee Noem praised the deportations, drawing pushback from community groups and immigrants in Nashville.
Key Points
- Conservative restaurateur Steve Smith's Nashville restaurants rely on unauthorized immigrant labor
- Over 196 arrests in South Nashville, a majority with no criminal history
- Pushback from community groups, mayor, and immigrants against ICE operations