ICE Temporarily Halts Vehicle Pursuits Nationwide

Why it matters locally: The temporary halt on vehicle pursuits by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) nationwide will affect operations in Indiana, potentially altering how federal immigration enforcement is conducted within the state. This directive impacts any ICE personnel operating in Indiana, including those involved in enforcement actions in communities across the state.

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued a temporary national order instructing its officers to stop pursuing individuals in vehicles. The directive applies immediately across all ICE operations. NBC News' Julia Ainsley reported details of the order. The agency's decision follows a recent shooting in Maine that involved ICE personnel.