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Today in History: ICE Raids Tennessee Slaughterhouse, Detains Nearly 100 Workers

4/5/2026

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On April 5, 2018, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a significant raid at Southeastern Provisions, a meat-packing facility in Grainger County, Tennessee. Nearly 100 Hispanic workers were detained, marking one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in U.S. history, reflecting ongoing debates over immigration policy and enforcement.

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Story summary

On April 5, 2018, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a significant raid at Southeastern Provisions, a meat-packing facility in Grainger County, Tennessee. Nearly 100 Hispanic workers were detained, marking one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in U.S. history, reflecting ongoing debates over immigration policy and enforcement.