This in-depth episode unpacks a sweeping leadership shake-up inside Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The Trump administration has begun removing ICE field office directors in Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and San Diego, and in most cases installing senior Border Patrol officials to lead interior enforcement. The move comes with a stated goal of roughly 3,000 arrests per day—nearly triple current averages—signaling a major escalation in strategy and tempo.

We break down what changed, who’s being replaced by name, why Border Patrol leadership matters inside ICE’s interior operations, and how a push for centralized control could standardize more aggressive tactics across regions with very different local partnerships. You’ll learn what to watch in the coming weeks, the practical implications for families, employers, and local governments, and clear action steps to stay prepared.

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