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ICE arrested 10,000 migrants in 5 days during late-June enforcement surge: Report

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 migrants in five days during a late-June enforcement surge, according to a report.

Politics desk
NRI HeraldJuly 2, 2026
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ICE arrested 10,000 migrants in 5 days during late-June enforcement surge: Report

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 migrants in five days during a late-June enforcement surge, according to a report. The operation marked a significant increase in immigration enforcement activity over a short period.

The arrests occurred across multiple states, targeting individuals with final removal orders or criminal convictions. The surge was part of a broader effort to enforce immigration laws and prioritize public safety threats.

Details on the specific locations and demographics of those arrested were not disclosed. ICE officials have not commented on the report's findings, and the agency's operational strategies remain under review.

The enforcement surge comes amid ongoing debates over immigration policy in the United States. Critics have raised concerns about the scale and speed of the arrests, while supporters argue the actions uphold the rule of law.

Politics desk · July 2, 2026
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