President Trump’s mass deportation effort has spilled over into small towns like Cornelius, Ore., and Coon Rapids, Minn., where residents are feeling the effects of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents’ aggressive tactics. Despite efforts by local leaders to build trust with immigrant communities, the presence of federal agents is causing fear, confusion, and shattered relationships between law enforcement and local residents. The situation is further complicated by a lack of clear communication from ICE about its operations and tactics, leaving many feeling uncertain and vulnerable.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/13/us/ice-small-towns.html