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ICE Arrests Surge in New York Amid Policy Changes

4/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

ICE arrests in upstate New York rose to 3,722 in the past year, from 787 in 2024.
Policy changes under the Trump administration target migrants in the asylum process.
More than half of those arrested had no criminal records.
Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti says local officials are limiting cooperation with ICE.
Maryland has passed legislation to restrict local cooperation with immigration authorities, inviting federal backlash.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, abolished national origin quotas that had favored Northern and Western Europeans since the 1920s. This landmark legislation increased immigration from Asia and Africa, reshaping U.S. demographics. Recent spikes in ICE arrests, from 787 to 3,722, highlight ongoing tensions between federal enforcement and local policies, reflecting historical immigration debates.

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Story summary

ICE arrests in upstate New York rose to 3,722 in the past year, from 787 in 2024.
Policy changes under the Trump administration target migrants in the asylum process.
More than half of those arrested had no criminal records.
Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti says local officials are limiting cooperation with ICE.
Maryland has passed legislation to restrict local cooperation with immigration authorities, inviting federal backlash.

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