If you’re a news junkie (or social media user) your feeds have likely been inundated lately with headlines and videos of immigration officers taking people into custody across our region.

Like the story about federal agents arresting two people working to tame the Bear Gulch fire near Lake Cushman. Or the arrest of a Washington National Guard veteran who has lived in the U.S. for decades… who was taken into custody during his citizenship interview.

And we might see activity ramp up: Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan recently told reporters that Seattle and other cities with “sanctuary” policies will soon see more immigration raids.

We want to get a better understanding of ICE’s activity in Washington– and if we can expect it to change in the near future. 

Guest:

• Elizabeth Benki, directing attorney at the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project. 

Related stories: 

• More ICE raids coming to Seattle, elsewhere, Trump border adviser says | The Seattle Times
• ICE detains veteran during US citizenship interview | king5.com
• Border Patrol: Firefighters arrested at Bear Gulch fire illegally entered U.S. | The Seattle Times

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