Swamp Sweep: A Large-Scale Immigration Operation in New OrleansThe federal government is preparing for a significant immigration operation, Swamp Sweep, in New Orleans, involving around 250 agents. The two-month mission aims to arrest approximately 5,000 people across Louisiana and Mississippi. This operation is part of a broader national effort to increase immigration enforcement, reflecting the administrations aggressive push for mass deportations.The focus on Louisiana is notable, as its the home state of Republican Governor Jeff Landry, a strong ally of the current administration. However, this increased federal presence could lead to conflict with New Orleans officials, a more liberal city that has historically resisted such federal sweeps.Border Patrol teams will spread out across neighborhoods and commercial areas throughout southeast Louisiana, including parishes like Jefferson and St. Bernard, and even as far north as Baton Rouge. Agents are expected to arrive in New Orleans this Friday to set up equipment and vehicles before the Thanksgiving holiday, with the full sweep beginning in early December.Once Swamp Sweep starts, Louisiana will become a major testing ground for the administrations expanding deportation strategy, likely highlighting the growing tension between federal authorities and city officials.
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