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Massachusetts ICE Raids Escalate, Prompting Protests and Legal Warnings

Recent aggressive immigration enforcement tactics have left children stranded, families separated, and communities rallying against federal operations.

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Kenneth Genalo, director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's New York City field office, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, in the Bronx borough of New York.
Demonstrators protest recent actions by federal immigration agents outside City Hall in Worcester, Mass., on May 13, 2025.
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Overview

  • ICE agents in Massachusetts have intensified operations, using tactics like breaking vehicle windows and detaining individuals, including parents, near sensitive locations.
  • A video from Waltham shows a 12-year-old boy left alone on a sidewalk after ICE arrested the adult accompanying him, sparking outrage from local officials and residents.
  • In Chelsea, agents broke a car window on Mother’s Day to arrest a man leaving church with his family, leading to accusations of excessive force and rights violations.
  • Community protests and rallies have grown in cities like Waltham and Worcester, as residents demand protections for immigrant families and denounce the arrests.
  • State and federal officials are divided, with local leaders urging restraint and the U.S. Attorney’s Office warning against obstructing ICE operations, threatening legal action.