Massachusetts governor says she supports ICE arrests of criminals

Published January 24, 2025 1:22pm ET



Gov. Maura Healey (D-MA) said she supports “apprehension of criminals in our communities” when asked about recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests in Massachusetts on Thursday.

The Trump administration has ramped up immigration enforcement since taking power, sparking controversy in some states about whether certain arrests are lawful. Recently, the State Department confirmed that military cargo aircraft are flying illegal immigrants found at the southern border to Guatemala. Separately, ICE agents are conducting operations within the United States.

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