In an early morning operation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained several housekeeping staff in Crown Heights as part of a wider crackdown on illegal immigration led by DHS head Kristi Noem. The raids began shortly after 5 a.m., with multiple arrests reported, though ICE did not disclose specific numbers. Several domestic workers shared their fears during the raids, highlighting the psychological impact of such actions. City and state officials, including Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul, promised to ensure due process in light of the heightened tensions surrounding the situation.
I was so scared I just stayed quiet, like I was told to do. Another woman with me was taken into the van, one woman recounted.
ICE agents approached her near Sterling Street, asking for identification, and said, I was shaking I'm still shaking while working. I was so scared.
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