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ICE Targets Non-Criminal Immigrants | Philadelphia News
ICE shattered records in July, arresting more than 49,000 migrants — the highest single-month total since early 2025 — with over half having no criminal history. As deportations surge nationwide, federal authorities are targeting asylum seekers and green card applicants, even as immigration lawyers warn this reflects a strategic shift to meet deportation goals. While DHS insists nearly 70% of detainees have criminal ties or pending charges — arguing illegal entry is a crime — critics point out many were lawfully admitted but overstayed visas. Backed by $170 billion in new funding, expanded…
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