ICE Nabs 370 Illegal Aliens in Boston Sweep Says Border Czar Homan

Federal agents arrested 370 illegal aliens in Boston during a major operation led by Border Czar Tom Homan. The sweep targeted dangerous criminals hiding in the sanctuary city. This crackdown showcases President Trump’s tough border security stance.

Homan traveled to Boston last week to oversee the five-day effort involving multiple agencies like ICE and FBI. He stressed most detainees were serious offenders including murderers and child predators. The operation aimed to dismantle transnational crime networks.

Boston’s sanctuary policies have long frustrated federal officials seeking to deport illegal aliens. Homan blasted Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey for shielding criminals. He argued their refusal to cooperate forces agents to make risky street arrests.

Among the arrested were six foreign fugitives wanted for heinous crimes like murder back in their home countries. ICE also seized 44 kilograms of methamphetamine and 5 kilograms of fentanyl. These hauls underscore the drug trafficking threat posed by unchecked illegal immigration.

Homan vowed to keep targeting sanctuary cities that harbor illegal aliens over American safety. He claimed Boston is now safer thanks to the removal of these threats. President Trump praised the effort as part of his promise to deport the worst offenders first.

Critics argue such sweeps disrupt immigrant communities and net some non-criminals in collateral arrests. Homan admitted a majority were criminals but others got caught up too. He insisted public safety demands action despite local leaders’ resistance.

The operation reflects a broader Trump administration push to ramp up deportations nationwide. Homan has promised the largest removal effort in U.S. history is coming. Boston’s clash with federal power previews battles ahead over immigration enforcement.

ICE agents risked their lives nabbing these felons on Boston streets rather than in jails due to sanctuary rules. Homan urged cities to work with feds for safer handoffs of illegal alien criminals. He warned more manpower will flood non-compliant areas if needed.