The Department of Homeland Security began its latest immigration crackdown in New Orleans on Wednesday as part of “Operation Catahoula Crunch.”

The Trump administration is targeting illegal immigrants and violent criminals who were released from police custody for the following crimes: home invasion, armed robbery, grand theft auto, and rape.

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The department justified the move by arguing that the sanctuary policies in New Orleans prevent local authorities from cooperating with detainers issue

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