Kansas Debates Meat Processing Mass Deportations Amid Higher Beef Prices

Beyond the political chatter . . . We're kinda surprised by the hint of "resistance" from otherwise conservative politicos and industry leaders. 

Here are quotes from two sides of the same story . . . 

"Over 100 illegal immigrants were arrested in an ICE operation conducted in Southwest Kansas.

"According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office - Kansas District, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out a three-day operation called “Operation Safe Community - Kansas,” designed to apprehend criminal immigrants in the state.

"The operation took place between Sept. 22 and Sept. 24.

"Over recent weeks, some Kansans have expressed concerns over ICE’s presence in the state." 

However . . . 

"Since Immigration and Customs Enforcement began enforcement activity in Kansas at meat processing facilities, politicians, advocates and business leaders have expressed concern." 

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com links . . .

104 arrested in Kansas ICE operation; U.S. Attorney rejects claims of 'sweeps'

U.S. Attorney Ryan A. Kriegshauser of the District of Kansas cautions Kansans to be mindful of rumors following an ICE operation in the state.

Kansas officials ask ICE to slow enforcement operations at meat processing plants

Since Immigration and Customs Enforcement began enforcement activity in Kansas at meat processing facilities, politicians, advocates and business leaders have expressed concern.

What happens after ICE comes to Kansas? Communities and beef industry find it hard to recover

Immigration enforcement targeted western Kansas with sweeping actions over the last week, leaving people with and without legal status reeling. The beef industry that employs thousands in the area is working to get back on track.