ICE Arrests Nearly 1,500 Illegal Immigrants During Monthlong Operation in Massachusetts

Around 790 of those arrested during the operation had criminal convictions or charges, while 277 had final removal orders but remained in the U.S. illegally.

ICE agents and federal law enforcement partners arrest an illegal immigrant. ICE

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) just wrapped up its largest operation to date, arresting 1,461 illegal immigrants in Massachusetts during the month of May.

“Operation Patriot,” which ended on May 31, was launched in direct response to sanctuary policies in Massachusetts, officials said during a press conference on Monday.