Immigration enforcement
Coverage of Immigration enforcement in the Nexus archive.
- Top California federal prosecutor suddenly forced to quit ‘by Trump’ — as his ICE deception enrages city
A top California federal prosecutor was forced to resign by Trump amid allegations of ICE-related deception angering a city. A former California prosecutor seeking political office faces criticism for past immigration enforcement support.
- The justices remained busy last summer. This year, will they actually get a break?
The Supreme Court justices handled significant emergency docket cases during last summer's recess, addressing requests from the Trump administration to reduce the federal workforce, terminate grants, and alter immigration enforcement. This activity led to tensions among justices, including public criticism from Sonia Sotomayor and Ketanji Brown Jackson, raising concerns about long-term effects on court dynamics.
- Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly donate $1.1 million to pro-immigration groups after 2025 federal enforcement
The Los Angeles Dodgers donated $1.1 million to pro-immigration groups in 2025 following federal immigration enforcement in Los Angeles. The team previously issued a false statement claiming they denied ICE agents access to Dodger Stadium parking, which was later debunked by ICE. The donation was made to organizations including the California Community Foundation and Labor Community Services.
- Federal judge halts Trump administration effort to subpoena Walz in immigration enforcement probe
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials, ruling the effort was to 'harass and retaliate' against them for not assisting in immigration enforcement. The judge found no valid criminal investigation basis for the subpoenas, which sought records related to a 2023 immigration operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.
- This Week in South Florida: Luisa Santos
Miami-Dade schools have more seats than students for the first time in generations, leading to the closure or merger of nine schools. The district attributes declining enrollment to demographic and political shifts, state education policies, and changes in immigration enforcement. School Board Member Luisa Santos sponsored the plan as part of a district downsizing effort and discussed it on 'This Week in South Florida'.
- New laws are taking effect in TN July 1. Here’s what you need to know
New Tennessee laws effective July 1, 2026, include measures on immigration enforcement privacy, free-speech protections for universities, penalties for violating deportation orders, and drink spiking testing requirements. The laws aim to restrict public access to immigration records, mandate policies modeled after the University of Chicago’s free-speech framework, and criminalize drug-facilitated crimes.
- LA man's case highlights gaps in care and oversight at DHS detention centers
Carlitos Ricardo Parias, a man shot by federal agents during an immigration arrest, is detained at Adelanto Detention Center and alleges inadequate medical care for injuries sustained in the incident. His attorneys seek his release while his immigration case proceeds, highlighting systemic gaps in oversight and resources within immigration detention centers.
- The Job Market Is Thawing
The U.S. job market is showing signs of improvement with an average of 114,000 jobs added monthly in 2024, a notable increase compared to 10,000 jobs monthly in 2025. The previous hiring slowdown was linked to immigration enforcement under President Trump and fluctuating tariff policies, but recent job gains span sectors like healthcare, hospitality, and construction.
- Immigrant, refugee communities carry 'invisible backpack' filled with worry, fear
Immigrant and refugee communities face daily stress and fear due to immigration enforcement policies, which create an 'invisible backpack' of psychological and emotional burdens. These policies, justified as promoting public safety, are shown to cause widespread isolation and health impacts despite immigrants' lower rates of violent crime and economic contributions.
- Trump administration charges 15 people it says impeded agents during Minnesota immigration enforcement surge
The Trump administration has charged 15 individuals it alleges impeded agents during a surge in immigration enforcement in Minnesota. The action is part of efforts to address immigration-related activities in the region.
- Senate GOP balks at Trump demand to boost defense funding in third reconciliation bill
Senate Republicans are refusing to support President Trump's request to use the budget reconciliation process a third time to allocate $350 billion to the Pentagon. They recently passed an $70 billion package for immigration enforcement after an extended voting session.
- Children's entertainer Ms. Rachel visits Delaney Hall families, urges Congress to end detention
Children's entertainer Ms. Rachel visited families connected to detainees at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, urging the federal government to end the traumatization of children by immigration enforcement. She emphasized that the issue is not partisan and criticized corporations profiting from detention centers.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years. The funding includes $38.53 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26.02 billion for Customs and Border Protection (CBP), with Republicans opposing Democratic demands for stricter law enforcement standards. Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski criticized the use of budget reconciliation to bypass bipartisan negotiations.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years. The bill allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection, and $5 billion to the Homeland Security Secretary. The legislation passed with nearly all Republicans supporting it, despite Democratic calls for additional oversight measures.
- Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Trump signed a bill into law that allocates nearly $70 billion for immigration and deportation enforcement through the end of his term.
- Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Donald Trump signed a bill into law that allocates nearly $70 billion to his immigration and deportation agenda for the remainder of his term. The funding is intended to support immigration enforcement efforts through the end of his presidency.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities for the next three years. The law allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and $5 billion to the Secretary of Homeland Security. The measure passed through Congress with near-unanimous Republican support, excluding specific restrictions on ICE operations that Democrats had advocated for.
- House passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill
The House passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill in a 214-212 vote.
- House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump
The U.S. House passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, sending the measure to Trump. A $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump's allies for alleged unjust investigations was removed from the bill due to political concerns.
- House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump
The House passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, which will now go to Trump. A $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump's allies for alleged unjust investigations and prosecutions was removed from the bill due to political concerns.
- House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump
The House passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, which will be sent to Trump. A $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump's allies for alleged unjust investigations was removed due to political toxicity.
- House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump
The House passed a $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending it to Trump. A $1.8B fund to compensate Trump's allies for alleged unjust investigations was removed from the bill.
- House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump for his signature
The House passed a $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years and sent it to Donald Trump for his signature.
- Immigration Agents Crash Into Car, Detain Man In Dunning, Neighbor Says
Federal immigration agents crashed into a car during a high-speed chase in Dunning, detaining an older man. A witness reported seeing three unmarked SUVs with agents in vests labeled 'Customs Enforcement,' 'ICE,' and 'police' involved in the incident. The neighborhood resident expressed concern over aggressive driving in a residential area with young children.
- House is set to fund Trump’s immigration actions for the rest of his time in the White House
House Republicans are set to pass a bill providing nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, including $38 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26 billion for the Border Patrol, to fund these agencies through the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term. The funding faces opposition from Democrats, who argue it lacks oversight and enables aggressive immigration enforcement.
- House is set to fund Trump's immigration actions for the rest of his time in the White House
The House aims to approve nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, funding Homeland Security agencies through the remainder of President Donald Trump's term. The bill, initially stalled by controversial proposals, now focuses solely on immigration enforcement, with Republicans emphasizing its importance for border security and Democrats criticizing it as a 'blank check' for ICE.
- DOGE plan would have marked 2.7M living people as dead: Whistleblower
A whistleblower alleges that a DOGE plan aimed to mark 2.7 million living people as dead as part of an immigration enforcement initiative.
- Republicans push $70B for immigration enforcement through US Senate, with no limits on ICE
The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package with a 52-47 vote, advancing Republican efforts to fund immigration and deportation activities for three years without new restrictions on federal agents. The bill, which faces criticism for bypassing the annual budget process, moves to the House and could be signed by President Donald Trump soon.
- Senate passes immigration enforcement funding after clashes over ballroom, 'anti-weaponization' fund
The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029, despite opposition from some Republicans who wanted language to block the Trump administration's 'anti-weaponization' fund for MAGA allies. The bill passed with a 52-47 vote.
- Republicans push $70B for immigration enforcement through US Senate, with no limits on ICE
The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package with a 52-47 vote, advancing Republican priorities without Democratic-negotiated restrictions on federal immigration agents. Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposed the bill, criticizing its bypassing of annual funding processes, while Majority Leader John Thune stated the measure was necessitated by Democrats 'walking away' from negotiations.
- Republicans push $70B for immigration enforcement through US Senate, with no limits on ICE
The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package with a 52-47 vote, sending it to the House for potential approval by President Donald Trump. The bill funds immigration and deportation activities for three years without new restrictions on federal immigration agents, with Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski as the sole Republican opposing the measure.
- Republicans push $70B for immigration enforcement through US Senate, with no limits on ICE
The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package on June 5, 2026, with a 52-47 party-line vote. The measure provides three years of funding without new restrictions on federal immigration agents, bypassing annual budget negotiations. Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposed the bill, criticizing its bypass of the standard funding process and lack of funding constraints.
- Live updates: Senate OKs reconciliation bill; White House to defend ballroom in appeals court
The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029. GOP members defected on amendments, including a protest vote against William Pulte's appointment to lead the U.S. agency.
- Senate Republicans pass immigration funding after overnight vote
Senate Republicans passed an immigration funding bill after an 18-hour vote. The GOP bill provides three-year funding for ICE and the Border Patrol.
- Senate approves $70 billion immigration enforcement bill
The Senate approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill by a vote of 52-47. The package does not include provisions to limit the 'anti-weaponization' fund.
- Senate passes immigration enforcement funding after clashes over ballroom, ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029, despite opposition from some Republicans who wanted language to block the Trump administration's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund for MAGA allies. The legislation passed 52-47.
- Senate Republicans start debate on ICE funding package
The Senate voted along party lines to begin debate on a Republican bill aimed at funding immigration enforcement until the end of President Trump's term. The bill seeks to provide funding for ICE through the remainder of the president's term.
- Senate Republicans drop plans for $1bn to fund security at Trump’s ballroom
Senate Republicans abandoned a $1bn plan to fund security upgrades for Donald Trump’s White House ballroom after concerns it could threaten $70bn in funding for immigration enforcement. The Senate judiciary committee had previously included ballroom security funding in a broader measure authorizing $70bn for agencies involved in Trump’s deportation campaign.
- Senate Republicans drop plans for $1bn to fund security at Trump’s ballroom
Senate Republicans abandoned a $1bn proposal to fund security upgrades for Donald Trump’s White House ballroom, citing concerns it could undermine $70bn in immigration enforcement funding. The Senate judiciary committee had previously included the ballroom security funding in a broader bill authorizing immigration-related spending.
- WATCH: Dem scolds Homeland Security chief to ‘calm down’ after hearing derails over alleged ‘pattern’
A Senate Appropriations Committee hearing was disrupted by a heated exchange between Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin over allegations of a 'pattern' of abuse in immigration enforcement. Van Hollen cited recent DHS-involved shootings and pressed for evidence sharing with state authorities, while Mullin denied a pattern exists. Sen. Chris Murphy also criticized DHS spending and compliance with court orders.