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 tech, and local partnerships, ICE’s enforcement has grown steadily since February, now detaining over half a million people since early 2025 — with more than 40% lacking criminal records. State leaders increasingly voice concern over the broad sweep of immigrant communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5a926d4f049729a2