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Federal agents descend on Martha's Vineyard in immigration crackdown


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Published in Food and Wine on Thursday, May 29th 2025 at 5:08 GMT by MassLive   Print publication without navigation

  • Reports of officers in unmarked vehicles making traffic stops on Martha's Vineyard spread across social media Tuesday morning, and witnesses said they saw officers in FBI jackets involved.

Federal agents conducted a series of raids on Martha's Vineyard as part of a broader immigration crackdown, targeting undocumented workers primarily in the service and hospitality industries. The operation, which involved multiple agencies including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), led to the arrest of several individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. Local residents and business owners expressed shock and concern over the raids, with some criticizing the timing and manner of the enforcement actions. The crackdown has sparked a debate about immigration policies and their impact on local communities, with advocates calling for more humane and comprehensive approaches to immigration reform.

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