Immigrant arrests in the New Orleans metropolitan area have been on the rise as a result of collaboration between local law enforcement and Immigration and customs enforcement. Cities outside of New Orleans such as Kenner, Metairie, and Jefferson have become hot spots for immigrant arrests due to previous partnerships made with local police departments. These partnerships include the 287(g) program, which gives police departments certain autho…
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