New York Focus recently reported that ICE detentions in New York’s county jails have skyrocketed this year — nearly six times more than in all of 2024. Seven jails across the state are now holding people for federal immigration authorities, raising questions about money, politics, and the human impact of these agreements.

Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo spoke to NY Focus reporter Julia Rock about this story and what is causing the surge…..