New York’s decision to limit cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement has not stopped federal enforcement efforts, as the agency carried out nearly 2,200 arrests in the state this year alone. The figures highlight a continued tension between local policies aimed at protecting immigrant communities and federal immigration priorities. While state officials have sought to shield residents from deportation risks, ICE’s actions suggest ongoing federal activity regardless of local restrictions. The data raises questions about the balance between state and federal authority in immigration enforcement.
As New York moved to curb ICE cooperation, the agency arrested 2,100 USA Today
