ICE’s Thin Force in Vermont

ICE’s thin presence in Vermont is forcing aggressive, creative enforcement tactics—with surprising consequences. With barely enough agents to handle operations, ICE often relies on local police and even U.S. Customs agents, blurring agency lines. Despite no spike in arrests since Trump took office, enforcement has grown broader, ensnaring people with no criminal records in “collateral” arrests. The human toll is real, as innocent bystanders like Rey David Velasco Rodriguez get caught up. This resource-strapped reality is sparking legal battles and deepening public debate over who’s being targeted—and why. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/6cea786f2c1b557d