Idaho Prisons Join ICE Enforcement | Spokane News

Idaho’s Department of Correction has officially joined forces with ICE under the 287(g) program, empowering state officers to assist in immigration enforcement—especially for inmates with felony convictions who may face deportation after serving their sentences. Though this partnership was already in practice, the new agreement formalizes it, following a similar deal signed by Idaho State Police in June 2025 that’s already moved over 80 inmates. A past hiccup involving premature transports was quickly corrected. With 12 local agencies now participating and 19 arrests tied to the program since 2025, some counties even hold multiple agreements—including one letting local officers act as immigration officers. Despite a failed statewide mandate attempt last year due to sheriff resistance over jurisdictional concerns, cooperation remains strong—and expanding. 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/2a6fb71020a4cafc