Federal agents detained over 100 reported Venezuelan gang members in a high-profile operation in Denver and Aurora. This was seen as one of the largest targeted raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement since Trump took office. The raids were part of Trump’s promised deportation effort called “Operation Aurora.”
The raids, which involved breaking down doors and questioning residents, targeted members of the Tren de Aragua gang. This was the second federal raid on Tren de Aragua members in a week. Immigration authorities had previously established a command center at Buckley Space Force base.
Despite Colorado state laws prohibiting local police from participating in most immigration-related enforcement actions, federal agents detained several people in the Denver area. The raids were criticized by immigrant-rights groups, who believed that the agents were targeting undocumented immigrants rather than specifically going after gang members.
Meanwhile, Trump and other officials have described Tren de Aragua as a dangerous gang that is taking over cities in the U.S. Last week, a makeshift nightclub frequented by suspected gang members was raided, resulting in numerous arrests. The raids in Denver and Aurora were part of a broader effort to crack down on gang activity and illegal immigration.
The tensions surrounding the raids highlight the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement in the U.S. and the challenges faced by both communities and law enforcement agencies. As residents in the affected areas expressed support for their neighbors, concerns about privacy, legal rights, and community safety emerged in the aftermath of the raids.
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