ICE Arrests Surge in Washington, Overcrowding Concerns
Update: 2025-12-18
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New data reveals a surge in immigration arrests in Washington state, with over 950 people detained between July and October. Despite ICEs focus on violent criminals, the percentage of arrested individuals with criminal records has decreased. This trend aligns with national enforcement increases. Senator Patty Murray and advocacy groups criticize ICEs tactics, citing a case of a man injured during arrest. The spike in enforcement follows Congress allocating funds for immigration agenda, leading to increased deportation flights from Seattle. The Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma faces overcrowding, with Democrats urging ICE to release non-threatening detainees due to deteriorating conditions.
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