Trump Orders ICE to Boost Deportations in Democratic Cities Amid Protests

President Donald Trump has ordered federal immigration officials to prioritize and expand deportations in major U.S. cities governed by Democrats, such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, aiming to enact the largest mass deportation program in history. This directive follows widespread protests against his administration's immigration policies and comes after a significant increase in daily ICE arrests from around 650 to a target of 3,000. Despite the aggressive enforcement, the administration has instructed ICE to pause arrests at farms, restaurants, and hotels to mitigate the impact on industries critical to the workforce. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, the main architect of these policies, has emphasized the intensified crackdown. Trump's social media statements and the administration's actions underscore a dual approach of strict immigration enforcement in urban centers while attempting to balance economic concerns. The move has sparked controversy amid ongoing protests and legal challenges.