US citizens detained amid immigration raids
CBS News reports that as the Department of Homeland Security ramps up enforcement — saying it is on pace to deport nearly 600,000 people by year's end — several U.S. citizens have been caught up in immigration arrests and held in detention until they can prove their citizenship. The video piece documents nationwide enforcement raids and illustrates operational strains and civil‑liberties concerns tied to aggressive immigration operations.
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Concern over U.S. citizens being detained during immigration arrests
New information:
- DHS told reporters it is on pace to deport nearly 600,000 immigrants by the end of the year.
- CBS News’ video report documents instances of U.S. citizens detained during immigration enforcement actions and required to prove citizenship before release.
- Enforcement raids have increased across the country, raising questions about screening procedures, detention practices, and safeguards for U.S. citizens.