Here's what we know so far about ICE enforcement operations in the wake of several immigration-related executive orders Trump signed.
The two nations spent much of the day in a tense standoff after President Donald Trump said the South American nation had turned away two deportation flights.
The new U.S. president could use the threat of tariffs to force countries into striking deals to accept deportees.
President Donald Trump has imposed strict consequences for Colombia after it refused to accept deportation flights from the U.S.
President Donald Trump has pledged to carry out the largest deportation effort in US history, vowing to ultimately deport all of the foreigners living in the country without permission. They are thought to number at least 11 million,
U.S. President Donald Trump says that he’s ordering tariffs, visa restrictions and other retaliatory measures against Colombia after its government rejected two military flights carrying migrants
Trump’s announcement on social media Sunday came after Colombian President Gustavo Petro refused deportation flights, citing concerns over migrant treatment and national security.
President Trump, angered by Petro’s refusal, described the move as jeopardising US national security and public safety. In response, Trump announced visa restrictions, a 25 per cent tariff on Colombian imports, and enhanced inspections of Colombian nationals and cargo.
The Trump administration ramps up immigration raids, arresting over 1,300 people nationwide, with plans to involve more federal agencies and military resources.
The US president had threatened emergency tariffs on Colombian goods, prompting Colombia's president to suggest he would impose similar taxes on American goods in retaliation.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said more than 950 people were arrested in operations nationwide, just Sunday. ICE confirms that they have begun what they are calling targeted operations in Chicago. The sweeping effort felt in the city and the suburbs. Immigration and Custom Enforcement says 956 arrests were made nationwide.