Danbury ICE Operation Detains 50, Including Parents at School Drop-offs

Officials say 50 people have been detained during three days of increased ICE enforcement in Danbury, Connecticut, including parents taken near school drop-offs, prompting condemnation from state leaders at a Wednesday news conference. Gov. Ned Lamont, Sen. Chris Murphy, and other officials joined immigrant advocates at Kennedy Park as the operation coincided with the first days of school. Danbury Unites for Immigrants reported 51 detentions, though ICE has not confirmed figures or disclosed details, citing operational security. Advocates described families separated and reported injuries, including one person hospitalized after being struck by an ICE vehicle. Mayor Roberto Alves demanded transparency and an independent review of force, while Lamont urged voters to elect a Congress that could restrict ICE funding.