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Protests Erupt in Lindenwold Over ICE Actions

2/18/2026

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Norcross Condemns ICE

U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.) condemned ICE's actions in Lindenwold.
Norcross called for reforms, including body cameras for agents.
About 300 people protested in Lindenwold in support of the Latino community, highlighting solidarity amid immigration tensions.
Video footage showed children fleeing from a bus stop, heightening anxiety among families.
The school superintendent emphasized the need for safety protocols during such operations, reflecting ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement.

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Children Fear ICE

In Minnesota, 10-year-old Madeleine lives in fear due to increased federal immigration enforcement.
Parents report that children are anxious about the presence of ICE agents, prompting plans for safety and escape routes.
Mari Blume, a Guatemalan adoptee, feels heightened anxiety about being separated from her family.
The emotional toll extends beyond immigrant families to peers in predominantly White communities, reflecting a broader impact on children's mental health amid political turmoil.

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Norcross Condemns ICE

U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.) condemned ICE's actions in Lindenwold.
Norcross called for reforms, including body cameras for agents.
About 300 people protested in Lindenwold in support of the Latino community, highlighting solidarity amid immigration tensions.
Video footage showed children fleeing from a bus stop, heightening anxiety among families.
The school superintendent emphasized the need for safety protocols during such operations, reflecting ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement.

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