Boston Mayor Criticizes ICE Operations Amid Community Fear
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu recently expressed concern over increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the city, stating that residents feel "terrified" and likening the agents to "secret police." This statement was made during the WBUR Festival and has sparked significant backlash from U.S. Attorney Leah Foley. Foley, in a public response, labeled Wu’s comments "reckless and inflammatory," arguing that the portrayal of ICE agents as secretive is a "gross misrepresentation" of their lawful operations.
Foley defended the practice of ICE agents wearing masks to protect their identities, pointing out that threats against them have risen due to narratives perpetuated by public figures like Wu. The tensions escalate further with Foley’s remarks about the necessity of ICE operations, following a large-scale crackdown that resulted in nearly 1,500 arrests across Massachusetts. Critics, however, highlight troubling incidents, including the detention of a local student while searching for his father, amplifying community fears. Wu’s administration continues to advocate for "sanctuary" policies, arguing for their effectiveness in public safety, amidst mounting pressure from federal authorities on immigration enforcement.
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