DHS Arrests 146 Illegal Immigrant Truck Drivers in Indiana Operation Midway Blitz

Operation Midway Blitz, a Chicago-based enforcement effort targeting illegal alien truck drivers on Indiana highways near the Illinois state line, resulted in the arrest of 223 illegal immigrants, including 146 truck drivers, many with commercial driver's licenses issued by sanctuary states such as California, Illinois, and New York. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun highlighted that some of those arrested had criminal histories involving serious offenses like drug trafficking, child abuse, and driving under the influence. The operation was initiated partly due to recent deadly crashes involving semitruck drivers living in the U.S. illegally, which have raised concerns about public safety on highways. Noem credited President Trump for the crackdown and emphasized the importance of removing illegal alien drivers from the roads to protect innocent Americans. The arrests were made possible through collaboration between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Indiana State Police, and other officials, demonstrating a renewed focus on immigration enforcement and highway safety. The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to address illegal immigration's impact on public security and transportation infrastructure in the region.