ICE Deportations: 122 to China
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the deportation of 122 illegal immigrants to China on June 3, part of the Department of Homeland security’s (DHS) ongoing immigration enforcement...
- According to ICE, a "special high risk charter flight" was used for the deportation.
- ICE saeid some of those deported had been convicted of serious crimes, including murder, human trafficking, and drug trafficking.
On June 3, ICE deported 122 illegal immigrants to China, sparking protests and raising questions about immigration enforcement. The deportations, a result of final removal orders, involved individuals aged 19-68, some of whom had committed serious crimes. Demonstrations, particularly in Los Angeles, have intensified, prompting the deployment of the National Guard. This action is part of a broader strategy to reinforce national security.The arrests of Chinese and taiwanese nationals in Los Angeles also add another dimension to the situation. news Directory 3 reports on the ongoing unrest and federal responses. With increased federal immigration arrests,the situation remains volatile. Discover what’s next as tensions rise and enforcement efforts continue.
ICE Deports 122 to China Amid Rising Immigration enforcement Protests
Updated June 10, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the deportation of 122 illegal immigrants to China on June 3, part of the Department of Homeland security’s (DHS) ongoing immigration enforcement efforts. The deportees, ranging in age from 19 to 68, were removed following final removal orders from detention facilities.
According to ICE, a “special high risk charter flight” was used for the deportation. Josh Johnson, acting field office director for ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Dallas, stated the operation enhanced public safety and strengthened national security.
ICE saeid some of those deported had been convicted of serious crimes, including murder, human trafficking, and drug trafficking. The deportations come amid increased federal immigration arrests targeting criminal illegal immigrants.
Earlier, on May 30, federal agents in Los Angeles arrested 36 Chinese and Taiwanese nationals at an underground nightclub for allegedly being illegally present in the U.S. ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons said the agency is averaging about 1,600 arrests of illegal immigrants daily.
Since June 6, Los angeles has seen protests against federal immigration enforcement.The president authorized the deployment of National Guard members to restore order, despite objections from California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Sporadic protests also occurred in New York City and San Francisco, resulting in arrests for violence and interfering with federal officers.
Tricia McLaughlin, Homeland Security assistant secretary, said rioters were assaulting ICE officers and damaging property. She noted that 800 protestors surrounded a federal law enforcement building in Los Angeles, even breaching its first layer of security.
the Trump administration authorized an additional 2,000 National Guardsmen to Los Angeles, supplementing the existing 2,100, along with 700 Marines. Their authority is limited to protecting federal interests, not general law enforcement.
What’s next
Federal authorities are expected to continue their focus on immigration enforcement, with ongoing deployments of National guard and Marines in affected cities. Further protests and legal challenges are anticipated.