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ICE Raids Idaho Racetrack: 400 Detained Amid Controversy

11/6/2025

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raided La Catedral Arena racetrack in Idaho on October 19, detaining over 400 people.
The operation yielded over 100 immigration-violation arrests and five gambling arrests.
Witnesses described excessive force, including zip ties on minors and rubber bullets.
Critics called the raid an abuse of power.
Supporters argued it was necessary to enforce immigration laws.

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Story summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raided La Catedral Arena racetrack in Idaho on October 19, detaining over 400 people.
The operation yielded over 100 immigration-violation arrests and five gambling arrests.
Witnesses described excessive force, including zip ties on minors and rubber bullets.
Critics called the raid an abuse of power.
Supporters argued it was necessary to enforce immigration laws.