A sweeping immigration enforcement operation in New York has led to the arrest of over 2,000 individuals in just 30 days, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The initiative, dubbed "Operation Rotten Apple," targets those believed to pose a threat to public safety or have prior criminal convictions. Authorities emphasize that the focus is on removing individuals who have violated immigration laws while also committing serious crimes. The crackdown highlights ongoing federal efforts to prioritize arrests of immigrants with criminal records.
ICE: 'Operation Rotten Apple' arrests 2,100 immigrants across New York in 30 days KTVL