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300,000 Migrant Arrests: DHS Blasts Nashville’s Mayor

7/20/2025

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revealed a staggering 300,000 illegal migrant arrests this year, with 70% linked to criminal activity. In Nashville, she pointed to alarming cases involving migrants and condemned Mayor Freddie O'Connell for hindering ICE efforts. In response to new legislation, DHS aims to bolster resources and urges noncitizens to consider self-deportation.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revealed a staggering 300,000 illegal migrant arrests this year, with 70% linked to criminal activity. In Nashville, she pointed to alarming cases involving migrants and condemned Mayor Freddie O'Connell for hindering ICE efforts. In response to new legislation, DHS aims to bolster resources and urges noncitizens to consider self-deportation.