New Orleans Immigration Crackdown 'Catahoula Crunch'

State and federal authorities, primarily the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security, have launched 'Catahoula Crunch,' an immigration crackdown in United States — New Orleans, aiming for 5,000 arrests over two months. The operation has faced criticism from local officials like Royce Duplessis and J. P. Morrell for its lack of transparency and for allegedly targeting individuals with minor or no criminal histories, despite claims of focusing on 'criminal illegal aliens.' Authorities, including the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States — United States Customs and Border Protection, and United States — Louisiana State Police, are closely monitoring online criticism and demonstrations, tracking public sentiment and activist activities. Local advocacy groups such as Union Migrante and Indivisible New Orleans are actively sharing information and organizing in response to the raids. The operation has raised concerns about free speech and racial profiling, with videos circulating of agents chasing a U.S. citizen.