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Vehicle Attacks Surge Amid Stricter Immigration Policies

2/6/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security reports 182 vehicle attacks since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in 2025, up from 53 the prior year.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized stricter immigration enforcement, arguing local resistance fuels violence.
Recent cases involve anti-ICE agitators obstructing arrests of illegal immigrants with violent records, including child sex offenders.
Noem criticized Minnesota's leadership for not cooperating with federal efforts, saying it increases crime risks.

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The Department of Homeland Security reports 182 vehicle attacks since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in 2025, up from 53 the prior year.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized stricter immigration enforcement, arguing local resistance fuels violence.
Recent cases involve anti-ICE agitators obstructing arrests of illegal immigrants with violent records, including child sex offenders.
Noem criticized Minnesota's leadership for not cooperating with federal efforts, saying it increases crime risks.