Collaborative efforts between Immigration and Customs Enforcement and local police departments have seen dramatic growth during President Trump’s second administration, according to data examined by NPR.
The expansion of these federal-local partnerships marks a significant shift in how immigration enforcement is being carried out across the country. Under these arrangements, local law enforcement officers can work directly with federal immigration agents during operations.
While Washington D.C. does not participate in the formal 287(g) partnership program, the city’s Metropolitan Police Department can still coordinate with federal immigration enforcement agencies during joint operations, as demonstrated in recent traffic stops involving multiple agencies including the FBI, Homeland Security Investigations, and ICE officers.
The increased cooperation represents a notable change from previous years when such partnerships were less frequently utilized, highlighting the current administration’s emphasis on expanding immigration enforcement capabilities through local partnerships.
