Trump Administration Ends Decades-Old Protections for Sensitive Areas, Allowing Immigration Arrests in Schools

The new directive removes restrictions on immigration enforcement in schools, churches, and hospitals, raising concerns among immigrant families and educators.

• The Trump administration has rescinded a longstanding policy that designated schools, churches, and hospitals as 'sensitive areas' where immigration arrests were restricted.
• The Department of Homeland Security stated that the policy change aims to prevent criminals from using these locations as safe havens to evade enforcement.
• Educators and immigrant rights advocates warn the directive may increase fear among immigrant families, potentially impacting school attendance and community trust.
• Many school districts are issuing guidance to protect students and families, emphasizing that immigration status is not recorded and agents cannot enter without proper legal documentation.
• The policy shift is part of broader immigration measures by the Trump administration, including an executive order to end birthright citizenship, which has already faced legal challenges from multiple states.

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