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Report: ICE launches enforcement surge in California, starting in San Diego
NBC 7 San Diego • • nation
Key Points:
- ICE has initiated a 45-day enforcement surge in California called "Operation Safe California," starting in San Diego, with agents reportedly targeting individuals regardless of criminal history.
- Community organizers in San Diego have observed a significant increase in ICE presence, including agents near schools and new vehicles with out-of-state plates, causing widespread concern among residents.
- Several incidents involving ICE agents questioning students near schools have heightened anxiety, prompting local officials and school districts to offer support and resources to affected families.
- San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera and community groups have condemned the enforcement actions, highlighting the ongoing impact on the community and organizing protests in response.
- ICE and the Department of Homeland Security have not commented on the enforcement surge, which reflects a shift away from highly publicized operations toward more discreet tactics under DHS leadership.
