Federal authorities conducted enforcement operations in the Austin area over the weekend, just days after President Trump began his second term and vowed to crack down on immigration. Driving the news: A spokesperson with U.
The American-Statesman reached out to immigration advocates and attorneys to ask what advice they are giving to immigrants without legal status.
The actions come as President Donald Trump and his administration have begun cracking down on illegal immigration and laying the groundwork for rapid deportations.
APD Chief Lisa Davis did not know the number of warrants federal agents served or the immigration status of those involved.
On Sunday afternoon, a crowd of protestors gathered at the Texas Capitol after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids were conducted in Austin.
A downtown Austin federal building is being used as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainment center, a high-level source with knowledge of immigration enforcement actions confirmed to
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis reiterated APD doesn't have a role in enforcing federal civil immigration laws, while advocates have started trainings to educate families on what to do if they're approached by ICE agents.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has carried out raids across the United States, including several cities in Texas.
DALLAS — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 84 people across North Texas on Sunday during immigration enforcement operations, the agency confirmed.
Manor ISD said they will treat ICE like any other law enforcement and they will continue to provide an education for all students regardless of status. Austin ISD has compiled a list of resources for parents and staff.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered DPS tactical strike teams to assist the Trump administration's efforts to go after illegal immigrants inside the state, as Austin law enforcement officials vow to not comply.
What Trump's order says, how local law enforcement is involved, ICE's efforts so far and what to do if you encounter ICE.