In a letter sent last week, ICE’s top official indicated to members of Congress the agency is using a spyware tool to intercept encrypted messages of fentanyl traffickers.
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Will calls to ‘abolish ICE’ sway voters in 2026? The strategy has Democrats split
The Trump administration’s immigration efforts have led some Democrats to call for abolishing ICE. Others won’t go as far, wary of appearing out of step with voters who want immigration laws enforced.
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ICE is sending a chill through the construction industry
The construction industry, where more than a quarter of workers are foreign-born, has long struggled to find enough workers. Now, industry officials say Trump’s immigration crackdown is making it worse.
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Legal experts condemn Apple bowing to White House’s request to remove ICE tracking app
It’s the latest example of tech giants bowing to pressure from the Trump administration. Legal experts say the developer of the app has free speech rights that may have been violated.
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After early reprieve from immigration enforcement, farming industry reckons with raids
The Trump administration’s immigration enforcement mostly left farms and meat packing plants alone, until coordinated raids last week. Now, President Trump is signaling continued support for farmers.
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Protests expected this weekend, as well as an Army parade in D.C.
On Saturday, anti-Trump demonstrations are being planned around the country, as well as a military parade in Washington, D.C. Saturday is also President Trump’s 79th birthday.
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Cities aiming to thwart immigrant detention centers wield a secret weapon: local laws
As the Trump administration moves to quickly expand immigration detention space, a series of standoffs have emerged between city officials and the private prison companies.
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Jasmine Mooney left ICE detention on a mission: ‘People are gonna listen to you’
Canadian actress and entrepreneur Jasmine Mooney was detained by immigration authorities for 12 days after trying to apply for a visa at the U.S.-Mexico border. She spoke to NPR about her experience.
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What basic rights do people have if ICE stops them? A lawyer explains
A Turkish student living and studying lawfully in the U.S. was arrested by federal immigration officers. A lawyer explains to NPR some of the basic rights people have in such a situation.
